1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Big Spring, TX
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Big Spring, Texas as of June 2026. That's +34% lower than the citywide median of $1,340 and +37% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Big Spring
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Big Spring
Compare Big Spring's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clute | $645 |
| 2 | Bonham | $710 |
| 3 | Lake Worth | $739 |
| 4 | Alton | $750 |
| 5 | Marshall | $756 |
| 6 | Paris | $760 |
| 7 | Robinson | $762 |
| 8 | Forest Hill | $769 |
| 9 | Del Rio | $770 |
| 10 | Corsicana | $790 |
| 11 | Weslaco | $795 |
| 12 | Brownsville | $800 |
| 13 | Eagle Pass | $800 |
| 14 | Harlingen | $800 |
| 15 | Livingston | $800 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,410 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,410 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,360 |
| 4 | Prosper | $2,280 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,240 |
| 6 | Justin | $2,130 |
| 7 | Lavon | $2,110 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $2,110 |
| 9 | Royse City | $2,030 |
| 10 | Haslet | $2,030 |
| 11 | Celina | $1,990 |
| 12 | Grapevine | $1,970 |
| 13 | Bellaire | $1,920 |
| 14 | Leander | $1,910 |
| 15 | Fresno | $1,910 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Big Spring.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Big Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TX | 46.8 mi | $1,564 | +$684 (+78%) |
| Odessa, TX | 63.6 mi | $1,410 | +$530 (+60%) |
| Wolfforth, TX | 90.9 mi | $1,100 | +$220 (+25%) |
| San Angelo, TX | 94.4 mi | $1,067 | +$187 (+21%) |
| Lubbock, TX | 94.9 mi | $998 | +$118 (+13%) |
| Abilene, TX | 117.8 mi | $926 | +$46 (+5%) |
| Hobbs, NM | 142.3 mi | $870 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Portales, NM | 180.7 mi | $720 | $-160 (-18%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Big Spring — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Big Spring?
As of June 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Big Spring, Texas is $880 per month. This is +34% below the citywide median of $1,340.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Big Spring?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $35,200 ($2,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $16.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Big Spring expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Big Spring's 1-bedroom median of $880 is +37% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 10th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Big Spring rank for 1-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 255 cities in Texas with 1-bedroom data, Big Spring ranks #27 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Big Spring?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Hobbs ($870), Portales ($720).