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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Celina, TX is $1,986. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Celina cheaper than other Texas cities?

Celina is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #51 out of 269 cities tracked at $1,986/mo.

When was Celina rent data last updated?

Celina 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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Celina

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Pop. 34,268·51st most expensive in Texas·Celina rents are up 9.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,986/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

+$21

Stable (Monthly)

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Celina · $1,986

More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

14% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,986/mo, rent takes about 14% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$79,000/yr

Local median income

$170,894/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Celina's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,900

1 BR

$1,990

2 BR

$2,340

3 BR

$2,930

4 BR+

$3,770

Research median

$2,340/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

$23,832/yr

At $1,986/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.5% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Celina, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 64.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,268

Median income

$170,894

Median age

34.7

Renters

7.3%

Age distribution

31.7%

18.7%

33.7%

Under 1831.7%

18–3418.7%

35–5433.7%

55–646.5%

65+9.4%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

57.5%

14.2%

16.7%

White57.5%

Black9.9%

Hispanic14.2%

Asian16.7%

Other1.7%

Education (25+)

22.9%

64.3%

No HS diploma3.1%

HS diploma9.7%

Some college22.9%

Bachelor's+64.3%

Housing tenure

92.7%

Owner92.7%

Renter7.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Celina, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,891 → $1,986

up 5.0%

Income

$126,474 → $170,894

up 35.1%

Population

16,542 → 34,268

up 107.2%

Renter share

11.2% → 7.3%

-3.9 pts

Bachelor's+

47.5% → 64.3%

+16.8 pts

Median age

37.3 → 34.7

-2.6 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Celina, TX has increased from $1,891 to $1,986, a 5.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $126,474 to $170,894 across the same window, up 35.1% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 107.2% since 2021, moving from about 16,542 residents to roughly 34,268. Renters now make up 7.3% of households, compared with 11.2% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 64.3% of adults here, versus 47.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Celina, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Celina on your salary?

At $1,986/mo, how Celina rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 25.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Celina rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Celina, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Celina is $1,986/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,900/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,340/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,930/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($170,894/yr), Celina ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Celina an affordable city for renters?

Celina is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,986/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($170,894/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Celina falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Celina?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,986/mo in Celina. The local median household income is $170,894/yr, meaning the typical Celina household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Celina?

Rent in Celina has increased 9.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Celina rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Celina is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #51 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,986/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Celina?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Celina ($1,986/mo): Fairview ($1,662/mo), McKinney ($1,819/mo), Frisco ($1,861/mo).

What percentage of Celina residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 7.3% of Celina households are renters, while 92.7% are owner-occupied. Celina leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.