How much does it cost to rent in Copperas Cove, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Copperas Cove, TX is $1,284. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Copperas Cove cheaper than other Texas cities?

Copperas Cove is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #239 out of 269 cities at $1,284/mo.

When was Copperas Cove rent data last updated?

Copperas Cove rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · TX

Copperas Cove

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Pop. 37,947·239th most expensive in Texas·Copperas Cove rents are up 6.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,284/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.1%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$681

Stable (Monthly)

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Copperas Cove · $1,284

More affordable than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Copperas Cove's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,284/mo

Expected by trend

$1,363/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$860

1 BR

$870

2 BR

$1,090

3 BR

$1,520

4 BR+

$1,840

Research median

$1,090/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

$15,408/yr

At $1,284/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.1% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Copperas Cove, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,947

Median income

$71,225

Median age

34.1

Renters

40.3%

Age distribution

26.3%

24.8%

27.8%

12%

Under 1826.3%

18–3424.8%

35–5427.8%

55–649%

65+12%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

55.1%

14.4%

22%

White55.1%

Black14.4%

Hispanic22%

Asian2.1%

Other6.5%

Education (25+)

29%

43.2%

21.8%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma29%

Some college43.2%

Bachelor's+21.8%

Housing tenure

59.7%

40.3%

Owner59.7%

Renter40.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Copperas Cove, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$932 → $1,284

up 37.8%

Income

$59,441 → $71,225

up 19.8%

Population

35,452 → 37,947

up 7.0%

Renter share

42.1% → 40.3%

-1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

22.2% → 21.8%

-0.4 pts

Median age

32.1 → 34.1

+2.0 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Copperas Cove, TX has increased by $352 per month, settling near $1,284 after starting the period at $932. Median household income grew from $59,441 to $71,225 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.8% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 18.0 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 35,452 to 37,947 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.0% change. About 40.3% of households rent today, against 42.1% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Copperas Cove, TX reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Copperas Cove on your salary?

At $1,284/mo, how Copperas Cove rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 8.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 24.8% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Copperas Cove rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Copperas Cove, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Copperas Cove is $1,284/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $860/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,090/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($71,225/yr), Copperas Cove ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Copperas Cove an affordable city for renters?

Copperas Cove is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,284/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($71,225/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Copperas Cove falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Copperas Cove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $51,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,284/mo in Copperas Cove. The local median household income is $71,225/yr, meaning the typical Copperas Cove household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Copperas Cove?

Rent in Copperas Cove has increased 6.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Copperas Cove rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Copperas Cove is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #239 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,284/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Copperas Cove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Copperas Cove ($1,284/mo): Gatesville ($1,122/mo), Killeen ($1,254/mo).

What percentage of Copperas Cove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.3% of Copperas Cove households are renters, while 59.7% are owner-occupied. Copperas Cove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Copperas Cove rent compare to the national average?

Copperas Cove's median rent of $1,284/mo is $681 (35%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #239 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,284/mo, rent takes ~22% of Copperas Cove's median household income ($71,225/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Copperas Cove 22%Benchmark 30%

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