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flag Texas housing costs outpace income, leaving most renters and many homeowners financially strained.

flag Texas households face growing affordability challenges as housing costs outpace income growth, according to U.S. Census Bureau data from January 2026. flag Median income rose 3.1% to $78,476 from 2019 to 2024, lagging behind the national average. flag Rent increased 9.1% in real terms, and over half of renters—53%—are now cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing. flag Among homeowners, 29% face similar strain, driven by rising insurance and utility costs. flag Despite a slight drop in poverty to 13.8% and improved educational attainment—over 36% of adults aged 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree—housing shortages from rapid population and job growth have strained affordability. flag Lawmakers passed construction reforms, but advocates say more targeted aid is needed for low-income residents.

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