Cost of Living in Pearland, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.6
100 = national avg
+70.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,069
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,436
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing204.3
Food136.0
Transportation171.9
Healthcare128.8
Utilities142.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pearland is 170.6, which is 70.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 204.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,069 per year to cover basic expenses.