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Conroe

Pop. 102,360·168th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Conroe, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,569/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.0%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
-$396
Falling (Monthly)
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Conroe · $1,569
More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
60/100
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Rents are 5% below what Conroe's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,569/mo
Expected by trend
$1,653/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,210
1 BR
$1,264
2 BR
$1,509
3 BR
$2,011
4 BR+
$2,531
Research median
$1,509/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
$18,828/yr
At $1,569/mo median
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Rents are climbing (5.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Conroe, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
102,360
Median income
$76,206
Median age
33.7
Renters
45.5%
Age distribution
23.9%
28.5%
24.6%
13.2%
Under 1823.9%
18–3428.5%
35–5424.6%
55–649.8%
65+13.2%
Gender
49.7%
50.3%
Male49.7%
Female50.3%
Race & ethnicity
57.8%
30.5%
White57.8%
Black12%
Hispanic30.5%
Asian3.4%
Education (25+)
12.3%
23.4%
30.3%
34.1%
No HS diploma12.3%
HS diploma23.4%
Some college30.3%
Bachelor's+34.1%
Housing tenure
54.5%
45.5%
Owner54.5%
Renter45.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Conroe, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,354 → $1,569
up 15.9%
Income
$67,863 → $76,206
up 12.3%
Population
87,930 → 102,360
up 16.4%
Renter share
43.5% → 45.5%
+2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
30.4% → 34.1%
+3.7 pts
Median age
32.9 → 33.7
+0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Conroe, TX has increased from $1,354 to $1,569, a 15.9% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $67,863 in 2021 to $76,206 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 16.4% since 2021, moving from about 87,930 residents to roughly 102,360. Renters now make up 45.5% of households, compared with 43.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 34.1% of adults here, versus 30.4% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Conroe, TX market of 2021.

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Conroe rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Conroe, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Conroe is $1,569/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,210/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,509/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,264/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,011/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($76,206/yr), Conroe ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Conroe an affordable city for renters?

Conroe is considered affordable for renters. At $1,569/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($76,206/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Conroe falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Conroe?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,569/mo in Conroe. The local median household income is $76,206/yr, meaning the typical Conroe household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Conroe?

Rent in Conroe has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Conroe neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Conroe are 77304 ($1,435/mo), 77384 ($1,566/mo), and 77301 ($1,609/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Conroe is $1,569/mo.

How does Conroe rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Conroe is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #168 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,569/mo.

What percentage of Conroe residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.5% of Conroe households are renters, while 54.5% are owner-occupied. Conroe leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Conroe rent compare to the national average?

Conroe's median rent of $1,569/mo is $396 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #168 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,569/mo, rent takes ~25% of Conroe's median household income ($76,206/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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