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Bastrop

Pop. 11,156·80th most expensive in Texas·Bastrop rents have dropped 5.6%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,836/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.6%
Month-over-Month
-1.2%
vs US Median
-$129
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Bastrop · $1,836
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,836/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$81,551/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bastrop's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,370
1 BR
$1,480
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,230
4 BR+
$2,560
Research median
$1,740/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
$22,032/yr
At $1,836/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 5.6% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.6% YoY, -1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bastrop, TX is majority owner-occupied, 35% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,156
Median income
$81,551
Median age
40.2
Renters
43.9%
Age distribution
19.4%
22.3%
31.1%
12.7%
14.6%
Under 1819.4%
18–3422.3%
35–5431.1%
55–6412.7%
65+14.6%
Gender
44.7%
55.3%
Male44.7%
Female55.3%
Race & ethnicity
66.4%
29.7%
White66.4%
Black6%
Hispanic29.7%
Asian2.9%
Education (25+)
33%
21.9%
35%
No HS diploma10.1%
HS diploma33%
Some college21.9%
Bachelor's+35%
Housing tenure
56.1%
43.9%
Owner56.1%
Renter43.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Bastrop, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,815 → $1,836
up 1.2%
Income
$68,591 → $81,551
up 18.9%
Population
9,531 → 11,156
up 17.0%
Renter share
41.4% → 43.9%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
35% → 35%
+0.0 pts

The median rent in Bastrop, TX stood at $1,815 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,836, reflecting a 1.2% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $81,551 today, compared with $68,591 five years earlier. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 17.0% since 2021, moving from about 9,531 residents to roughly 11,156. Renters now make up 43.9% of households, compared with 41.4% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2023.

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Bastrop rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Bastrop, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bastrop is $1,836/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($81,551/yr), Bastrop ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bastrop an affordable city for renters?

Bastrop is considered affordable for renters. At $1,836/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($81,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bastrop falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bastrop?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,836/mo in Bastrop. The local median household income is $81,551/yr, meaning the typical Bastrop household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bastrop?

Rent in Bastrop has decreased 5.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Bastrop rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Bastrop is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #80 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,836/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bastrop?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bastrop ($1,836/mo): Manor ($1,645/mo), Pflugerville ($1,699/mo), Lockhart ($1,699/mo).

What percentage of Bastrop residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.9% of Bastrop households are renters, while 56.1% are owner-occupied. Bastrop leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bastrop rent compare to the national average?

Bastrop's median rent of $1,836/mo is $129 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #80 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,836/mo, rent takes ~27% of Bastrop's median household income ($81,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bastrop 27%Benchmark 30%
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