Rowlett, TX Economy


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Rowlett, TX is located in Northeastern Dallas County and is known for its charming small town feel. It has an estimated population of 66,000 people, many of whom are attracted to the city by its low cost of living. The average two bedroom rent in Rowlett is $2,160 compared to the national average of $1,430. Additionally, grocery costs are relatively similar in Rowlett as they are throughout the US with a Grocery Cost Index of 100 versus 100 nationally. There are many local businesses and landmarks that make Rowlett unique such as Buffalo Wild Wings, The Harbor Rockwall Restaurant & Bar, Waterview Golf Club, and Heritage Farmstead Museum. These popular establishments exemplify the inviting atmosphere that makes Rowlett a great place to live and visit.

Rowlett has an unemployment rate of 5.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Rowlett has seen the job market decrease by -3.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 48.6%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Rowlett
- The Sales Tax Rate for Rowlett is 8.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Rowlett is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Rowlett
- The average income of a Rowlett resident is $38,793 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Rowlett resident is $102,965 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

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Over 15 years ago

If your looking for a great quality of life, where your kids can play outside, where your neighbor's are friendly; Rowlett is the place!!!!!!! The Waterview community  More

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Over 19 years ago

If I am going to have to live in Dallas, which right now I do, I will continue to live in Rowlett. I love it here and wouldn't live anywhere else in Dallas. We moved  More

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