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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Alton, TX is $1,044. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Alton cheaper than other Texas cities?

Alton is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #266 out of 269 cities at $1,044/mo.

When was Alton rent data last updated?

Alton 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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Alton

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Pop. 20,214·266th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,044/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.0%

Month-over-Month

+3.7%

vs US Median

-$921

Rising (Monthly)

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Alton · $1,044

More affordable than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,044/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$42,000/yr

Local median income

$52,715/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$750

1 BR

$750

2 BR

$930

3 BR

$1,210

4 BR+

$1,350

Research median

$930/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

$12,528/yr

At $1,044/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.0% YoY, +3.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Alton, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

20,214

Median income

$52,715

Median age

26.1

Renters

45%

Age distribution

35.5%

29%

22.4%

Under 1835.5%

18–3429%

35–5422.4%

55–645.9%

65+7.1%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

13.7%

96.8%

White13.7%

Hispanic96.8%

Education (25+)

32.8%

29.3%

23.6%

14.2%

No HS diploma32.8%

HS diploma29.3%

Some college23.6%

Bachelor's+14.2%

Housing tenure

55%

45%

Owner55%

Renter45%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Alton, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$39,077 → $52,715

up 34.9%

Population

17,993 → 20,214

up 12.3%

Renter share

40.5% → 45%

+4.5 pts

Bachelor's+

11.1% → 14.2%

+3.1 pts

Median age

25.4 → 26.1

+0.7 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $39,077 to $52,715 across the same window, up 34.9% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 17,993 to 20,214 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.3% change. About 45% of households rent today, against 40.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 11.1% to 14.2%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Alton on your salary?

At $1,044/mo, how Alton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 9.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 7.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 18.1% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Alton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Alton, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Alton is $1,044/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $750/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $750/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,210/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($52,715/yr), Alton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Alton an affordable city for renters?

Alton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,044/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($52,715/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Alton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Alton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $42,000/year (~$20/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,044/mo in Alton. The local median household income is $52,715/yr, meaning the typical Alton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Alton?

Rent in Alton has increased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Alton rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Alton is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #266 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,044/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Alton?

Edinburg is nearby and more affordable at $1,019/mo, which is $25 less than Alton.

What percentage of Alton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45% of Alton households are renters, while 55% are owner-occupied. Alton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.