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Bulverde

Pop. 6,486·14th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Bulverde, TX
Median rent (all units)
$2,294/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.3%
vs US Median
+$329
Stable (Monthly)
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Bulverde · $2,294
More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
25% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,294/mo, rent takes about 25% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$92,000/yr
Local median income
$112,188/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bulverde's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,300
1 BR
$1,440
2 BR
$1,750
3 BR
$2,220
4 BR+
$2,610
Research median
$1,750/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
$27,528/yr
At $2,294/mo median
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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 (+0.0% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bulverde, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 44.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,486
Median income
$112,188
Median age
50.2
Renters
8.3%
Age distribution
17.5%
16.8%
19.2%
18.4%
28.1%
Under 1817.5%
18–3416.8%
35–5419.2%
55–6418.4%
65+28.1%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
76.6%
22.7%
White76.6%
Hispanic22.7%
Asian5.3%
Education (25+)
19%
34%
44.8%
No HS diploma2.2%
HS diploma19%
Some college34%
Bachelor's+44.8%
Housing tenure
91.7%
Owner91.7%
Renter8.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bulverde, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$100,419 → $112,188
up 11.7%
Population
5,558 → 6,486
up 16.7%
Renter share
10.6% → 8.3%
-2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
37.3% → 44.8%
+7.5 pts
Median age
50.9 → 50.2
-0.7 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $100,419 to $112,188 across the same window, up 11.7% versus 2021. Census counts show Bulverde, TX adding about 928 residents over the five-year window, up 16.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 10.6% to 8.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 37.3% to 44.8% across the same window.

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Bulverde rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Bulverde, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bulverde is $2,294/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,750/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,220/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($112,188/yr), Bulverde ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bulverde an affordable city for renters?

Bulverde is considered affordable for renters. At $2,294/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($112,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bulverde falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bulverde?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,294/mo in Bulverde. The local median household income is $112,188/yr, meaning the typical Bulverde household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bulverde?

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

How does Bulverde rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Bulverde is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #14 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,294/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bulverde?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bulverde ($2,294/mo): Windcrest ($1,200/mo), Selma ($1,314/mo), Boerne ($1,485/mo).

What percentage of Bulverde residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 8.3% of Bulverde households are renters, while 91.7% are owner-occupied. Bulverde leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bulverde rent compare to the national average?

Bulverde's median rent of $2,294/mo is $329 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #14 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,294/mo, rent takes ~25% of Bulverde's median household income ($112,188/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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