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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Alvin, TX is $1,710. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Alvin cheaper than other Texas cities?

Alvin falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #115 out of 269 cities at $1,710/mo.

When was Alvin rent data last updated?

Alvin 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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Alvin

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Pop. 28,333·115th most expensive in Texas·Alvin rents are up 13.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,710/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.3%

Month-over-Month

-4.8%

vs US Median

-$255

Falling (Monthly)

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Alvin · $1,710

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

29% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,710/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$68,000/yr

Local median income

$71,477/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$880

1 BR

$1,040

2 BR

$1,160

3 BR

$1,550

4 BR+

$1,950

Research median

$1,160/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

$20,520/yr

At $1,710/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (13.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.3% YoY, -4.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Alvin, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 20% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,333

Median income

$71,477

Median age

33.7

Renters

39.1%

Age distribution

26.2%

25.8%

22.8%

13.6%

Under 1826.2%

18–3425.8%

35–5422.8%

55–6411.5%

65+13.6%

Gender

45.8%

54.2%

Male45.8%

Female54.2%

Race & ethnicity

58.8%

40.6%

White58.8%

Black8.2%

Hispanic40.6%

Asian0.6%

Education (25+)

14.4%

29.5%

36.1%

20%

No HS diploma14.4%

HS diploma29.5%

Some college36.1%

Bachelor's+20%

Housing tenure

60.9%

39.1%

Owner60.9%

Renter39.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Alvin, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$59,806 → $71,477

up 19.5%

Population

26,982 → 28,333

up 5.0%

Renter share

42% → 39.1%

-2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

18.4% → 20%

+1.6 pts

Median age

32.9 → 33.7

+0.8 yrs

Median household income grew from $59,806 to $71,477 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.5% shift. Headcount in the area went from 26,982 to 28,333 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.0% change. About 39.1% of households rent today, against 42% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Alvin on your salary?

At $1,710/mo, how Alvin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 26.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Alvin rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Alvin, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Alvin is $1,710/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,550/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($71,477/yr), Alvin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Alvin an affordable city for renters?

Alvin is considered affordable for renters. At $1,710/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($71,477/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Alvin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Alvin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,710/mo in Alvin. The local median household income is $71,477/yr, meaning the typical Alvin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Alvin?

Rent in Alvin has increased 13.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Alvin rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Alvin is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #115 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,710/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Alvin?

Webster is nearby and more affordable at $1,355/mo, which is $355 less than Alvin.

What percentage of Alvin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.1% of Alvin households are renters, while 60.9% are owner-occupied. Alvin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.