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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Arcola, TX is $2,380. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Arcola cheaper than other Texas cities?

Arcola is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #11 out of 269 cities tracked at $2,380/mo.

When was Arcola rent data last updated?

Arcola 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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Arcola

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Pop. 1,911·11th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Arcola, TX

Median rent (all units)

$2,380/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+3.5%

vs US Median

+$415

Rising (Monthly)

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Most AffordableMost Expensive

Arcola · $2,380

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,380/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$95,000/yr

Local median income

$75,086/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$1,085

2 BR

$1,023

4 BR+

$1,375

Research median

$1,023/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

$28,560/yr

At $2,380/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Arcola, TX is majority owner-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

1,911

Median income

$75,086

Median age

26.8

Renters

39.9%

Age distribution

33.4%

31.1%

16.9%

Under 1833.4%

18–3431.1%

35–5416.9%

55–6410.7%

65+7.8%

Gender

51.5%

48.5%

Male51.5%

Female48.5%

Race & ethnicity

24.3%

22%

68.9%

White24.3%

Black22%

Hispanic68.9%

Education (25+)

15.5%

40.3%

30.8%

13.3%

No HS diploma15.5%

HS diploma40.3%

Some college30.8%

Bachelor's+13.3%

Housing tenure

60.1%

39.9%

Owner60.1%

Renter39.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Arcola, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$65,099 → $75,086

up 15.3%

Population

2,593 → 1,911

down 26.3%

Renter share

27.9% → 39.9%

+12.0 pts

Bachelor's+

7.5% → 13.3%

+5.8 pts

Median household income climbed from $65,099 to $75,086 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.3% shift. Census counts show Arcola, TX losing about 682 residents over the five-year window, down 26.3% on net. The renter share has risen from 27.9% to 39.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 7.5% to 13.3% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Arcola on your salary?

At $2,380/mo, how Arcola rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 20.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 50.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Arcola rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Arcola

About renting in Arcola, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Arcola is $2,380/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,023/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,085/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($75,086/yr), Arcola ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Arcola an affordable city for renters?

Arcola is considered moderate for renters. At $2,380/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($75,086/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Arcola slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Arcola?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,380/mo in Arcola. The local median household income is $75,086/yr, meaning the typical Arcola household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Arcola?

Rent in Arcola has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Arcola rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Arcola is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #11 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,380/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Arcola?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Arcola ($2,380/mo): Manvel ($2,084/mo), Missouri City ($2,121/mo), Fresno ($2,150/mo).

What percentage of Arcola residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.9% of Arcola households are renters, while 60.1% are owner-occupied. Arcola leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.