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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Atascocita, TX is $1,812. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Atascocita cheaper than other Texas cities?

Atascocita is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #84 out of 269 cities tracked at $1,812/mo.

When was Atascocita rent data last updated?

Atascocita 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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Atascocita

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Pop. 99,354·84th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Atascocita, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,812/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$153

Stable (Monthly)

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Atascocita · $1,812

More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Atascocita's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,812/mo

Expected by trend

$1,916/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Atascocita's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,570

1 BR

$1,640

2 BR

$1,960

3 BR

$2,610

4 BR+

$3,290

Research median

$1,960/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

$21,744/yr

At $1,812/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.8% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Atascocita, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

99,354

Median income

$118,226

Median age

35.1

Renters

17.5%

Age distribution

28.7%

21.1%

31.1%

Under 1828.7%

18–3421.1%

35–5431.1%

55–648.7%

65+10.5%

Gender

50.6%

49.4%

Male50.6%

Female49.4%

Race & ethnicity

38.1%

28.7%

32%

White38.1%

Black28.7%

Hispanic32%

Asian3.8%

Education (25+)

21.1%

33.5%

38.9%

No HS diploma6.4%

HS diploma21.1%

Some college33.5%

Bachelor's+38.9%

Housing tenure

82.5%

17.5%

Owner82.5%

Renter17.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Atascocita, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,507 → $1,812

up 20.2%

Income

$106,280 → $118,226

up 11.2%

Population

84,222 → 99,354

up 18.0%

Renter share

18.2% → 17.5%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

39.7% → 38.9%

-0.8 pts

Median age

35.6 → 35.1

-0.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Atascocita, TX has increased by $305 per month, settling near $1,812 after starting the period at $1,507. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $106,280 in 2021 to $118,226 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 9.0 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 84,222 to 99,354 between 2021 and 2024, a 18.0% change. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Atascocita, TX market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Atascocita on your salary?

At $1,812/mo, how Atascocita rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 28.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 12.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Atascocita rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Atascocita, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Atascocita is $1,812/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,570/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,960/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,640/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,610/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($118,226/yr), Atascocita ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Atascocita an affordable city for renters?

Atascocita is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,812/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($118,226/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Atascocita falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Atascocita?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,812/mo in Atascocita. The local median household income is $118,226/yr, meaning the typical Atascocita household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Atascocita?

Rent in Atascocita has decreased 1.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Atascocita rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Atascocita is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #84 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,812/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Atascocita?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Atascocita ($1,812/mo): Humble ($1,626/mo), Channelview ($1,752/mo), New Caney ($1,771/mo).

What percentage of Atascocita residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.5% of Atascocita households are renters, while 82.5% are owner-occupied. Atascocita leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Atascocita rent compare to the national average?

Atascocita's median rent of $1,812/mo is $153 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #84 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,812/mo, rent takes ~18% of Atascocita's median household income ($118,226/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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