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Cost of living in Pearland, Texas

Brazoria County, TX

Part of the Houston Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,256/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 381,650 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,138 35%
Federal tax $730 22%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $334 10%
Transport $320 10%
Energy $199 6%
Water $55 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Pearland

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$951
per month
1 bedroom
$1,138
per month
2 bedroom
$1,260
per month
3 bedroom
$1,683
per month
4 bedroom
$2,116
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pearland

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$95,155
per year
Individual earnings
$54,678
per year
Per capita
$41,681
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pearland

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$276,800
Annual property tax
$4,831

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pearland

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$167
per month · 14.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$32
per month
Annual total
$2,388
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Pearland

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
12.8%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Pearland

State and local tax rates for Texas.

No state income tax
Texas does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
6.3%
Combined sales tax
8.2%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Pearland

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.1 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
9.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pearland

What it costs to live in Pearland each month.

Single person
$3,256
per month
  • Rent $1,138
  • Energy $199
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $334
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $730
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,628
per month
  • Rent $1,260
  • Energy $239
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $553
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,227
  • State tax $0
Family
$7,193
per month
  • Rent $1,683
  • Energy $298
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $840
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,227
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Pearland

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pearland?

In Pearland, Texas, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,138 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,260 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,683 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pearland?

In Pearland, Texas, the average household income is $95,155 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $54,678 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pearland?

The estimated cost of living in Pearland, Texas is approximately $3,256 per month for a single person, $4,628 for a couple, $7,193 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pearland?

The combined sales tax rate in Pearland, Texas is 8.19%, which includes the Texas state rate of 6.25% plus an average local rate of 1.94%.

Is Pearland an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pearland, Texas would need approximately $3,256 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $95,155 per year ($7,930 per month). Pearland is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pearland?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pearland, Texas is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 12.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pearland?

The average home value in Pearland, Texas is $276,800, with average annual property taxes of $4,831, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pearland compare to other areas?

You can compare Pearland, Texas with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Pearland is in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources