Cost of Living in Comal County, TX
Population 183,826 · Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates
The median rent in Comal County, TX is $1,603/month, 14% higher than the Texas median and 13% higher than the U.S. median. The median home value is $427,200, 28% higher than the national median. Households earn a median of $101,889 a year, 30% higher than the state median.
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Comal County vs. Texas vs. U.S.
| Comal County | Texas | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,603 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value | $427,200 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Median household income | $101,889 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Homeownership rate | 76.6% | 62.6% | 65.2% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 43.3% | 33.8% | 35.7% |
| Poverty rate | 6.5% | 13.8% | 12.5% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Work from home | 18.7% | 14.4% | 15.1% |
| Median age | 41.8 | 35.6 | 38.9 |
FAQ
What is the average rent in Comal County, TX?
The median gross rent in Comal County, TX is $1,603 per month (ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate).
How much do I need to earn to live in Comal County, TX?
Using the common 30% rule, renting a median-priced home takes about $64,120 a year in gross income.
Is Comal County, TX expensive to live in?
Rent there is 13% higher than the U.S. median, and the median home costs about 4.2 times the median household income.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Estimates have margins of error, especially for smaller places. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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