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Corpus Christi

Pop. 317,419·210th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,415/mo
Year-over-Year
-1.1%
Month-over-Month
+1.0%
vs US Median
-$550
Rising (Monthly)
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Corpus Christi · $1,415
More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
63/100
Good value
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Rents are 7% below what Corpus Christi's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,415/mo
Expected by trend
$1,513/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,074
1 BR
$1,153
2 BR
$1,420
3 BR
$1,856
4 BR+
$2,167
Research median
$1,420/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
$16,980/yr
At $1,415/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 (-1.1% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Corpus Christi, TX is majority owner-occupied, 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
317,419
Median income
$67,394
Median age
36.9
Renters
42.1%
Age distribution
23.4%
24%
25.2%
15.6%
Under 1823.4%
18–3424%
35–5425.2%
55–6411.7%
65+15.6%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
45.3%
62%
White45.3%
Black4.2%
Hispanic62%
Asian2.5%
Education (25+)
14.4%
28.3%
32.9%
24.4%
No HS diploma14.4%
HS diploma28.3%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+24.4%
Housing tenure
57.9%
42.1%
Owner57.9%
Renter42.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Corpus Christi, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,248 → $1,415
up 13.4%
Income
$59,993 → $67,394
up 12.3%
Population
318,168 → 317,419
down 0.2%
Renter share
43% → 42.1%
-0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
22.4% → 24.4%
+2.0 pts
Median age
35.6 → 36.9
+1.3 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Corpus Christi, TX has increased by $167 per month, settling near $1,415 after starting the period at $1,248. On the earnings side, the typical household in Corpus Christi, TX now reports about $67,394, up from $59,993 in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 22.4% to 24.4%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Corpus Christi, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Corpus Christi rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Corpus Christi, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Corpus Christi is $1,415/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,074/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,153/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,856/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($67,394/yr), Corpus Christi ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Corpus Christi an affordable city for renters?

Corpus Christi is considered affordable for renters. At $1,415/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($67,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Corpus Christi falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Corpus Christi?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,415/mo in Corpus Christi. The local median household income is $67,394/yr, meaning the typical Corpus Christi household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Corpus Christi?

Rent in Corpus Christi has decreased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Corpus Christi neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Corpus Christi are 78401 ($1,197/mo), 78413 ($1,237/mo), and 78412 ($1,316/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Corpus Christi is $1,415/mo.

How does Corpus Christi rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Corpus Christi is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #210 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,415/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Corpus Christi?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Corpus Christi ($1,415/mo): Live Oak ($1,191/mo), Ingleside ($1,247/mo), Rockport ($1,358/mo).

What percentage of Corpus Christi residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.1% of Corpus Christi households are renters, while 57.9% are owner-occupied. Corpus Christi leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Corpus Christi rent compare to the national average?

Corpus Christi's median rent of $1,415/mo is $550 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #210 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,415/mo, rent takes ~25% of Corpus Christi's median household income ($67,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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