How much does it cost to rent in Aledo, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Aledo, TX is $2,495. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Aledo cheaper than other Texas cities?

Aledo is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #7 out of 269 cities tracked at $2,495/mo.

When was Aledo rent data last updated?

Aledo rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Aledo

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Pop. 5,825·7th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Aledo, TX

Median rent (all units)

$2,495/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

+33.2%

vs US Median

+$530

Rising (Monthly)

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Aledo · $2,495

More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

18% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,495/mo, rent takes about 18% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$100,000/yr

Local median income

$163,231/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Aledo's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,060

1 BR

$2,190

2 BR

$2,560

3 BR

$3,390

4 BR+

$4,130

Research median

$2,560/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,940/yr

At $2,495/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 1.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, +33.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Aledo, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 57.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,825

Median income

$163,231

Median age

34.6

Renters

11.7%

Age distribution

32.8%

19.1%

28.9%

Under 1832.8%

18–3419.1%

35–5428.9%

55–649.4%

65+9.7%

Gender

51.6%

48.4%

Male51.6%

Female48.4%

Race & ethnicity

85.9%

White85.9%

Black0.9%

Hispanic11.5%

Asian0.5%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

12.1%

27.8%

57.2%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma12.1%

Some college27.8%

Bachelor's+57.2%

Housing tenure

88.3%

Owner88.3%

Renter11.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Aledo, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$112,975 → $163,231

up 44.5%

Population

4,692 → 5,825

up 24.1%

Renter share

10.9% → 11.7%

+0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

54.4% → 57.2%

+2.8 pts

Median age

36.1 → 34.6

-1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $112,975 in 2021 to $163,231 more recently. The population has grown by 24.1% since 2021, moving from about 4,692 residents to roughly 5,825. College-educated residents now make up 57.2% of adults here, versus 54.4% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Aledo on your salary?

At $2,495/mo, how Aledo rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 45.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 48.1% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 53.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Aledo rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Aledo. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Aledo, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Aledo is $2,495/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,560/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,390/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($163,231/yr), Aledo ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Aledo an affordable city for renters?

Aledo is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,495/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($163,231/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Aledo falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Aledo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,495/mo in Aledo. The local median household income is $163,231/yr, meaning the typical Aledo household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Aledo?

Rent in Aledo has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Aledo rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Aledo is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #7 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,495/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Aledo?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Aledo ($2,495/mo): Hudson Oaks ($1,448/mo), Weatherford ($1,509/mo), White Settlement ($1,541/mo).

What percentage of Aledo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 11.7% of Aledo households are renters, while 88.3% are owner-occupied. Aledo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.