Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
13%
Pearland, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,379
Population
126,340
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Experience the quintessential suburban life near Houston.
Family-Friendly
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Suburban
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Convenient
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
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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 July 2026, the average apartment rent in Pearland, TX is $1,327 for a studio, $1,379 for one bedroom, $1,747 for two bedrooms, and $2,168 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pearland has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,379/month
759 Sq Ft
House
$2,560/month
2,201 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,798/month
1,288 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Pearland, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
756 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
735 Students
Public
Grades K-5
719 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
697 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
689 Students
Dr Ronald E McNair Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,033 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
940 Students
Berry Miller Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
826 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
776 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
800 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,568 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
95 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,261 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,584 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Scuba Park
- Galveston Island State Park
- Sims Bayou Urban Nature Center
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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 June 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.