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Luling, Texas

city · Caldwell County (primary) , Guadalupe County

At a glance

5,531
Population
$210,300
Median home value (all homes)
31% below U.S. median
$224,503
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,021/mo
Median rent
24% below U.S. median
$54,818
Median household income
30% below U.S. median
27.7 min
Average commute
84.5%
Homes with broadband
94.77%
Locations with fiber available
2.7%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 90 — 10% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing13% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities0% below
Taxes57% below
Insurance25% above
Commute cost9% below
For business: Texas is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college21 mi
Nearest community college42 mi
Nearest technical college21 mi
High school graduates75.3%
College graduates11.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Greater San Marcos Partnership
HCEDP is a 501(c)6 nonprofit public-private partnership that serves as the regional economic development organization for the City of San Marcos and Hays and Caldwell Counties. It promotes the region to attract new employers, assists existing companies to expand, fosters entrepreneurial growth, and develops the regional workforce.
city Luling Economic Development Corporation
The Luling Economic Development Corporation is dedicated to fostering sustainable economic growth by attracting and retaining businesses, enhancing infrastructure, and improving the quality of life for residents. It focuses on downtown revitalization, workforce development, and partnerships with local businesses, schools, and community organizations.
state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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