How much does it cost to rent in College Station, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in College Station, TX is $1,446. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is College Station cheaper than other Texas cities?

College Station is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #203 out of 269 cities at $1,446/mo.

When was College Station rent data last updated?

College Station 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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College Station

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Pop. 124,570·203rd most expensive in Texas·College Station rents have dropped 15.3%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,446/mo

Year-over-Year

-15.3%

Month-over-Month

-4.4%

vs US Median

-$519

Falling (Monthly)

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College Station · $1,446

More affordable than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,446/mo

Expected by trend

$1,593/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,060

1 BR

$1,115

2 BR

$1,235

3 BR

$1,730

4 BR+

$1,910

Research median

$1,235/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

$17,352/yr

At $1,446/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 15.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-15.3% YoY, -4.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

College Station, TX is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 56.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

124,570

Median income

$50,900

Median age

22.9

Renters

64.6%

Age distribution

16.9%

52.6%

17.4%

Under 1816.9%

18–3452.6%

35–5417.4%

55–645.9%

65+7.2%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

65.1%

18.9%

White65.1%

Black8.7%

Hispanic18.9%

Asian10%

Education (25+)

14.1%

23.7%

56.5%

No HS diploma5.6%

HS diploma14.1%

Some college23.7%

Bachelor's+56.5%

Housing tenure

35.4%

64.6%

Owner35.4%

Renter64.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How College Station, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,288 → $1,446

up 12.3%

Income

$50,089 → $50,900

up 1.6%

Population

116,276 → 124,570

up 7.1%

Renter share

62% → 64.6%

+2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

58% → 56.5%

-1.5 pts

Rent in College Station, TX has climbed 12.3% since 2021, going from about $1,288 per month to roughly $1,446 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in College Station, TX now reports about $50,900, up from $50,089 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.7 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 116,276 to 124,570 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.1% change. About 64.6% of households rent today, against 62% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and College Station, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in College Station on your salary?

At $1,446/mo, how College Station rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

College Station rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in College Station, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in College Station is $1,446/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,235/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,115/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,730/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($50,900/yr), College Station ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 15.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is College Station an affordable city for renters?

College Station is considered moderate for renters. At $1,446/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($50,900/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. College Station slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in College Station?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,446/mo in College Station. The local median household income is $50,900/yr, meaning the typical College Station household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in College Station?

Rent in College Station has decreased 15.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which College Station neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in College Station are 77840 ($1,170/mo), and 77845 ($1,633/mo). Citywide, the median rent in College Station is $1,446/mo.

How does College Station rent compare to other cities in Texas?

College Station is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #203 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,446/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than College Station?

Bryan is nearby and more affordable at $1,428/mo, which is $18 less than College Station.

What percentage of College Station residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.6% of College Station households are renters, while 35.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, College Station has a strong rental market.

How does College Station rent compare to the national average?

College Station's median rent of $1,446/mo is $519 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #203 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,446/mo, rent takes ~34% of College Station's median household income ($50,900/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

College Station 34%Benchmark 30%

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