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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Clute, TX is $794. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Clute cheaper than other Texas cities?

Clute is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #269 out of 269 cities at $794/mo.

When was Clute rent data last updated?

Clute 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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Clute

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Pop. 10,715·269th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$794/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

-$1,171

Stable (Monthly)

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Clute · $794

More affordable than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

14% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $794/mo, rent takes about 14% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$32,000/yr

Local median income

$70,208/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$522

1 BR

$648

2 BR

$726

3 BR

$942

4 BR+

$1,229

Research median

$726/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

$9,528/yr

At $794/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

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, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Clute, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 15% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,715

Median income

$70,208

Median age

Renters

50.8%

Age distribution

22.1%

35.6%

20.8%

Under 1822.1%

18–3435.6%

35–5420.8%

55–6410.8%

65+10.7%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

44.8%

57.9%

White44.8%

Black8%

Hispanic57.9%

Asian0.9%

Education (25+)

14.6%

32.8%

37.6%

15%

No HS diploma14.6%

HS diploma32.8%

Some college37.6%

Bachelor's+15%

Housing tenure

49.2%

50.8%

Owner49.2%

Renter50.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Clute, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$64,742 → $70,208

up 8.4%

Population

10,722 → 10,715

down 0.1%

Renter share

47.3% → 50.8%

+3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

20.6% → 15%

-5.6 pts

Census figures show median household income at $70,208 today, compared with $64,742 five years earlier. The renter share has risen from 47.3% to 50.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.6% to 15% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Clute on your salary?

At $794/mo, how Clute rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 10.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 5.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Clute rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Clute

About renting in Clute, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Clute is $794/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $522/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $726/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $648/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $942/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($70,208/yr), Clute ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Clute an affordable city for renters?

Clute is considered very affordable for renters. At $794/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($70,208/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Clute falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Clute?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $32,000/year (~$15/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $794/mo in Clute. The local median household income is $70,208/yr, meaning the typical Clute household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Clute?

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

How does Clute rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Clute is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #269 out of 269 tracked cities at $794/mo.

What percentage of Clute residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.8% of Clute households are renters, while 49.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Clute has a strong rental market.