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Argyle

Pop. 5,371·3rd most expensive in Texas·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,988/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.2%
Month-over-Month
+3.3%
vs US Median
+$1,023
Rising (Monthly)
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Argyle · $2,988
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,988/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$120,000/yr
Local median income
$181,352/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Argyle's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,300
1 BR
$2,410
2 BR
$2,830
3 BR
$3,550
4 BR+
$4,560
Research median
$2,830/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
$35,856/yr
At $2,988/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 4.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.2% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Argyle, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 64% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,371
Median income
$181,352
Median age
44.9
Renters
7.7%
Age distribution
27%
29.6%
13.5%
18.1%
Under 1827%
18–3411.8%
35–5429.6%
55–6413.5%
65+18.1%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
76.6%
White76.6%
Black2%
Hispanic11.5%
Asian7.2%
Other2.7%
Education (25+)
14.9%
19.3%
64%
No HS diploma1.7%
HS diploma14.9%
Some college19.3%
Bachelor's+64%
Housing tenure
92.3%
Owner92.3%
Renter7.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Argyle, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$149,219 → $181,352
up 21.5%
Population
4,336 → 5,371
up 23.9%
Renter share
13.2% → 7.7%
-5.5 pts
Bachelor's+
61.4% → 64%
+2.6 pts
Median age
52.8 → 44.9
-7.9 yrs

Median household income rose from $149,219 to $181,352 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.5% shift. The population has grown by 23.9% since 2021, moving from about 4,336 residents to roughly 5,371. Renters now make up 7.7% of households, compared with 13.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 64% of adults here, versus 61.4% in 2021.

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Argyle rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Argyle, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Argyle is $2,988/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,830/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,410/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,550/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($181,352/yr), Argyle ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Argyle an affordable city for renters?

Argyle is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,988/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($181,352/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Argyle falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Argyle?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $120,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,988/mo in Argyle. The local median household income is $181,352/yr, meaning the typical Argyle household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Argyle?

Rent in Argyle has increased 4.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Argyle rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Argyle is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #3 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,988/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Argyle?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Argyle ($2,988/mo): Denton ($1,480/mo), Corinth ($1,798/mo), Northlake ($1,970/mo).

What percentage of Argyle residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 7.7% of Argyle households are renters, while 92.3% are owner-occupied. Argyle leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Argyle rent compare to the national average?

Argyle's median rent of $2,988/mo is $1,023 (52%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #3 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,988/mo, rent takes ~20% of Argyle's median household income ($181,352/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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