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Pearland, TX is a suburban city located in the Houston metropolitan area. It has seen a booming population growth in the last decade and is home to many successful business and corporations. The cost of living is slightly higher than the national average with an average two bedroom rent of $1,530 compared to $1,430 nationally. Additionally the grocery cost index in Pearland, TX stands at 100 versus 100 in the US. Notable local companies in Pearland, TX include Halliburton Energy Services Inc., Baker Hughes Inc., Sysco Corporation and Dixie Chemical Company. In addition to these corporate giants there are numerous small businesses that have grown alongside the city's population over time.

Pearland has an unemployment rate of 6.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Pearland has seen the job market increase by 3.1% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 40.2%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Pearland
- The Sales Tax Rate for Pearland is 8.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Pearland 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 Pearland
- The average income of a Pearland resident is $38,608 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Pearland resident is $107,941 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyPearland, TexasUnited States
  6.36
  -5.6%-6.2%
  40.2%33.5%
  8.3%6.2%
  0.0%4.6%
  $44,430$37,638
  $107,941$69,021
  $123,326$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.4%1.2%
  1.4%0.5%
  6.5%6.8%
  10.4%10.0%
  2.4%2.5%
  7.7%11.0%
  4.4%4.8%
  1.8%0.8%
  1.3%1.9%
  5.4%4.7%
  2.3%1.9%
  8.0%7.6%
  0.2%0.1%
  2.6%4.2%
  13.0%9.3%
  18.5%14.0%
  1.1%2.1%
  3.1%7.0%
  3.6%4.8%
  5.9%4.7%
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Pearland is truly the epitome of suburban planning gone wrong. Roads are curved for no reason, especially the ones near HEB. Piecemeal planning of retail, dining, etc.  More

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I've lived here for 7 years now. It's one of the most boring places I've ever lived. Yes, it's great for kids since it has good schools, but that's about it. If you want  More

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Safe and growing suburb, with quick access to downtown Houston. Excellent restaurants, school districts, and parks for the kids.  More

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