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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Carrollton, TX is $1,618. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Carrollton cheaper than other Texas cities?

Carrollton falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #154 out of 269 cities at $1,618/mo.

When was Carrollton rent data last updated?

Carrollton 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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Carrollton

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Pop. 133,740·154th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Carrollton, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,618/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.5%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

-$347

Rising (Monthly)

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Carrollton · $1,618

More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Carrollton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,618/mo

Expected by trend

$1,779/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,223

1 BR

$1,280

2 BR

$1,505

3 BR

$1,883

4 BR+

$2,422

Research median

$1,505/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

$19,416/yr

At $1,618/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 4.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.5% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Carrollton, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

133,740

Median income

$101,396

Median age

39.2

Renters

41.5%

Age distribution

19.6%

23.6%

29.9%

13.1%

13.7%

Under 1819.6%

18–3423.6%

35–5429.9%

55–6413.1%

65+13.7%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

46.6%

32.3%

17.8%

White46.6%

Black9%

Hispanic32.3%

Asian17.8%

Education (25+)

16.7%

26.6%

45.2%

No HS diploma11.5%

HS diploma16.7%

Some college26.6%

Bachelor's+45.2%

Housing tenure

58.5%

41.5%

Owner58.5%

Renter41.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Carrollton, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,274 → $1,618

up 27.0%

Income

$87,299 → $101,396

up 16.1%

Population

131,388 → 133,740

up 1.8%

Renter share

41.2% → 41.5%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

41.2% → 45.2%

+4.0 pts

Median age

38.4 → 39.2

+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Carrollton, TX paid around $1,274 a month. That figure now sits near $1,618, up 27.0% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Carrollton, TX now reports about $101,396, up from $87,299 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Carrollton, TX adding about 2,352 residents over the five-year window, up 1.8% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 41.2% to 45.2% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Carrollton, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Carrollton on your salary?

At $1,618/mo, how Carrollton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 20.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Carrollton rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Carrollton, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Carrollton is $1,618/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,223/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,505/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,883/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($101,396/yr), Carrollton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Carrollton an affordable city for renters?

Carrollton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,618/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($101,396/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Carrollton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Carrollton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,618/mo in Carrollton. The local median household income is $101,396/yr, meaning the typical Carrollton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Carrollton?

Rent in Carrollton has increased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Carrollton neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Carrollton are 75006 ($1,450/mo), 75010 ($1,773/mo), and 75007 ($1,778/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Carrollton is $1,618/mo.

How does Carrollton rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Carrollton is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #154 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,618/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Carrollton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Carrollton ($1,618/mo): Addison ($1,571/mo), Lewisville ($1,593/mo).

What percentage of Carrollton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.5% of Carrollton households are renters, while 58.5% are owner-occupied. Carrollton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Carrollton rent compare to the national average?

Carrollton's median rent of $1,618/mo is $347 (18%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #154 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,618/mo, rent takes ~19% of Carrollton's median household income ($101,396/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Carrollton 19%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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