Here's what it costs to live in McAllen, Texas, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,017 per month, while the typical home is valued around $173,800. Households earn a median of $60,165 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$60,165
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,017
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$173,800
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$842
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$847
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,060
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,376
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
143,789
Latest estimate
Median Age
34 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for McAllen?
The cost of living index for McAllen is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in McAllen?
The median gross rent in McAllen is $1,017 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in McAllen?
The median household income in McAllen is $60,165 per year.
What is the median home value in McAllen?
The median home value in McAllen is $173,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in McAllen?
Air quality data for McAllen is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in McAllen?
Texas has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology