Major metros: Dallas-Forth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio
$283,800
Average Value
$184
Average Price per Sq Ft
Home for sale
Living in Texas means access to four of the nation’s most dynamic metro economies — Dallas–Fort Worth’s corporate and logistics powerhouse, Houston’s global energy and medical hub, Austin’s tech-driven and culturally iconic Live Music Capital of the World, and San Antonio’s historic yet steadily expanding military and healthcare center. The state blends economic scale with cultural significance, rooted in independence, entrepreneurship, and a strong sense of place — from Friday night football to world-renowned barbecue and music festivals. For homebuyers, Texas offers comparatively attainable housing, no personal income tax, and master-planned communities built around space and convenience; for investors, continued population growth, business relocation, and diversified industries create sustained demand across urban cores, suburbs, and emerging secondary markets.
Population Growth
~1.3% annually
Net Migration
Positive
Median Home Price
$283,800
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
Price Trend
Flat
New Permits
158,121
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View ProfileLa continues to experience strong population inflows, reinforcing long-term housing demand across both major metros and emerging secondary markets.
Total Population:
31,290,831
Growth Rate:
~1.3% annually
Net Migration:
Positive
A diversified economic base supports resilience and sustained housing demand across cycles.
Unemployment Rate:
4.3%
Total Employment:
14.5 million jobs
Largest Sectors:
Professional & Business Services
Trade, Transportation & Utilities
Education & Health Services
Construction
Income levels remain competitive relative to housing costs, supporting affordability compared to higher-cost U.S. markets.
Median Household Income:
$76,292
Per Capita Income:
$36,919
Home prices remain relatively accessible, supported by strong supply and continued development.
Median Home Value:
$283,800
Homeownership Rate:
62.6%
Median Rent:
$1,403
Monthly Owner Cost:
$2,106
Home Price Trend:
Flat
Owner Occupied:
62.6%
Renter Occupied:
37.4%
Population Change
391,243 (2024–2025)
(2024–2025)
New Permits Issued:
158,121
Enrollment
~5.5 million students
Graduation Rate
90%
Student–Teacher Ratio
~15:1
Violent Crime
3.9 per 1,000
Property Crime
20.4 per 1,000
Avg Temperature
65°F
Annual Rainfall
28 inches
Extreme heat days
~105+ days ≥90°F
Counties
254 counties across state
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