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Cleburne

Pop. 34,344·219th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,362/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.2%
Month-over-Month
+2.4%
vs US Median
-$603
Rising (Monthly)
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Cleburne · $1,362
More affordable than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,362/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$54,000/yr
Local median income
$70,656/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Cleburne's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,245
2 BR
$1,455
3 BR
$1,925
4 BR+
$2,345
Research median
$1,455/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
$16,344/yr
At $1,362/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 4.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.2% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cleburne, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,344
Median income
$70,656
Median age
35
Renters
39.6%
Age distribution
26.5%
23.6%
24.6%
14.6%
Under 1826.5%
18–3423.6%
35–5424.6%
55–6410.8%
65+14.6%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
64.6%
32.2%
White64.6%
Black6.7%
Hispanic32.2%
Asian0.8%
Education (25+)
15.3%
35.9%
28.5%
20.3%
No HS diploma15.3%
HS diploma35.9%
Some college28.5%
Bachelor's+20.3%
Housing tenure
60.4%
39.6%
Owner60.4%
Renter39.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cleburne, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$55,159 → $70,656
up 28.1%
Population
30,984 → 34,344
up 10.8%
Renter share
37.7% → 39.6%
+1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
16.4% → 20.3%
+3.9 pts
Median age
35.6 → 35
-0.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Cleburne, TX now reports about $70,656, up from $55,159 in 2021. Census counts show Cleburne, TX adding about 3,360 residents over the five-year window, up 10.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 37.7% to 39.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 16.4% to 20.3% across the same window.

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At $1,362/mo, how Cleburne rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Cleburne rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Cleburne, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cleburne is $1,362/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,455/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,245/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,925/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($70,656/yr), Cleburne ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cleburne an affordable city for renters?

Cleburne is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,362/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($70,656/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cleburne falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cleburne?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,362/mo in Cleburne. The local median household income is $70,656/yr, meaning the typical Cleburne household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cleburne?

Rent in Cleburne has increased 4.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Cleburne neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Cleburne are 76033 ($1,258/mo), and 76031 ($1,646/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Cleburne is $1,362/mo.

How does Cleburne rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Cleburne is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #219 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,362/mo.

What percentage of Cleburne residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.6% of Cleburne households are renters, while 60.4% are owner-occupied. Cleburne leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cleburne rent compare to the national average?

Cleburne's median rent of $1,362/mo is $603 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #219 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,362/mo, rent takes ~23% of Cleburne's median household income ($70,656/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cleburne 23%Benchmark 30%
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