How much does it cost to rent in Cedar Park, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cedar Park, TX is $1,735. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cedar Park cheaper than other Texas cities?

Cedar Park falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #108 out of 269 cities at $1,735/mo.

When was Cedar Park rent data last updated?

Cedar Park 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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Cedar Park

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Pop. 78,301·108th most expensive in Texas·Cedar Park rents are up 11.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,735/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.5%

Month-over-Month

+2.7%

vs US Median

-$230

Rising (Monthly)

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Cedar Park · $1,735

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,735/mo

Expected by trend

$1,914/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,640

1 BR

$1,740

2 BR

$2,060

3 BR

$2,630

4 BR+

$3,050

Research median

$2,060/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

$20,820/yr

At $1,735/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.5% YoY, +2.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cedar Park, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 55.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

78,301

Median income

$129,545

Median age

37.7

Renters

33.3%

Age distribution

25.7%

20.2%

33.5%

Under 1825.7%

18–3420.2%

35–5433.5%

55–649.3%

65+11.3%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

61.5%

17.9%

16.8%

White61.5%

Black4%

Hispanic17.9%

Asian16.8%

Education (25+)

15.3%

25.5%

55.6%

No HS diploma3.7%

HS diploma15.3%

Some college25.5%

Bachelor's+55.6%

Housing tenure

66.7%

33.3%

Owner66.7%

Renter33.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cedar Park, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,493 → $1,735

up 16.2%

Income

$110,478 → $129,545

up 17.3%

Population

74,741 → 78,301

up 4.8%

Renter share

31.4% → 33.3%

+1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

51.5% → 55.6%

+4.1 pts

Median age

36.1 → 37.7

+1.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Cedar Park, TX has shifted from $1,493 to $1,735, up 16.2% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Cedar Park, TX now reports about $129,545, up from $110,478 in 2021. Census counts show Cedar Park, TX adding about 3,560 residents over the five-year window, up 4.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 31.4% to 33.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 51.5% to 55.6% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Cedar Park, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cedar Park on your salary?

At $1,735/mo, how Cedar Park rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Cedar Park rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Cedar Park, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cedar Park is $1,735/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,640/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,740/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,630/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($129,545/yr), Cedar Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cedar Park an affordable city for renters?

Cedar Park is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,735/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($129,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cedar Park falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cedar Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,735/mo in Cedar Park. The local median household income is $129,545/yr, meaning the typical Cedar Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cedar Park?

Rent in Cedar Park has increased 11.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Cedar Park rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Cedar Park is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #108 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,735/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cedar Park?

Round Rock is nearby and more affordable at $1,713/mo, which is $22 less than Cedar Park.

What percentage of Cedar Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.3% of Cedar Park households are renters, while 66.7% are owner-occupied. Cedar Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cedar Park rent compare to the national average?

Cedar Park's median rent of $1,735/mo is $230 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #108 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

16%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,735/mo, rent takes ~16% of Cedar Park's median household income ($129,545/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cedar Park 16%Benchmark 30%

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