Pearland

Pearland is just a few miles south of Houston.
A jogger taking a pleasant stroll in Pearland.
Residents of Pearland can visit the Pearland Town Center, an airy shopping complex.
There is something for every type of homeowner in the South Fork/Mary's Creek neighborhood.
Pearland walkers enjoy a sunny day in the park.

Pearland, TX Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,393

Population

126,340

Renter Mix

26% Rent

Experience the quintessential suburban life near Houston.

Family-Friendly Suburban Convenient Commuter

Located 16 miles from downtown Houston, Pearland combines suburban living with easy city access. This growing community offers renters spacious homes and apartments throughout its well-established neighborhoods. Current rental rates range from $1,369 for one-bedroom units to $2,303 for four-bedroom homes, with four-bedroom properties showing a 2.8% increase year-over-year.

Pearland's convenient location puts residents close to major employment centers, including the Texas Medical Center and NASA's Johnson Space Center. The city features established shopping areas like Pearland Town Center and Shadow Creek Ranch, along with healthcare facilities such as Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital. Local parks and recreation areas provide opportunities for outdoor activities throughout the year. The city's rich history dates to 1894 when founder Witold von Zychlinski named the area after the pear orchards he established. Today, Pearland hosts community events throughout the year, adding to its appeal as a Houston metro residential destination.

Explore the City

Residents of Pearland can visit the Pearland Town Center, an airy shopping complex.

There is something for every type of homeowner in the South Fork/Mary's Creek neighborhood.

Pearland walkers enjoy a sunny day in the park.

Residents of Pearland enjoy leisurely rounds of golf at Southwyck Golf Course.

Mary's Creek Trail offers Pearland locals a serene escape for leisurely strolls.

Pearland Town Square beckons with its array of outdoor shops for browsing and shopping.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$108,963

Average: $135,312

Education

44,515

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

67,844

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

37 Years

Largest Age Group

40-49 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

28%

Over 65

13%

Housing Distribution

Pearland has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pearland, TX is $1,427 for a studio, $1,391 for one bedroom, $1,716 for two bedrooms, and $2,160 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pearland has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,391/month
759 Sq Ft
House
$2,548/month
2,203 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,705/month
1,106 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Pearland, TX

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Magnolia Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

735 Students

Silverlake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

677 Students

Silvercrest Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

659 Students

Leon High Sablatura Middle School

Public

Grades K-5

928 Students

E A Lawhon Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

835 Students

Dr Ronald E McNair Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,012 Students

Berry Miller Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

844 Students

Pearland Junior High West

Public

Grades 6-8

919 Students

Nolan Ryan Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

850 Students

Pearland Junior High South

Public

Grades 6-8

895 Students

Pearland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,261 Students

Shadow Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,584 Students

Glenda Dawson High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,557 Students

Pace Center

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Scuba Park
  • Galveston Island State Park
  • Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • William P Hobby
  • George Bush Intcntl/Houston

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.