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Deer Park

Pop. 33,967·142nd most expensive in Texas·Deer Park rents have dropped 8.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,649/mo
Year-over-Year
-8.0%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
-$316
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Deer Park · $1,649
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
20% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,649/mo, rent takes about 20% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/yr
Local median income
$100,382/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Deer Park's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,250
1 BR
$1,310
2 BR
$1,560
3 BR
$2,080
4 BR+
$2,620
Research median
$1,560/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
$19,788/yr
At $1,649/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 8.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-8.0% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Deer Park, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
33,967
Median income
$100,382
Median age
38
Renters
21.7%
Age distribution
24.1%
21.6%
24.9%
17.4%
Under 1824.1%
18–3421.6%
35–5424.9%
55–6412%
65+17.4%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
66%
38.5%
White66%
Black3.8%
Hispanic38.5%
Education (25+)
28.3%
34.8%
26.5%
No HS diploma10.4%
HS diploma28.3%
Some college34.8%
Bachelor's+26.5%
Housing tenure
78.3%
21.7%
Owner78.3%
Renter21.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Deer Park, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$81,558 → $100,382
up 23.1%
Population
34,240 → 33,967
down 0.8%
Renter share
24.9% → 21.7%
-3.2 pts
Bachelor's+
21% → 26.5%
+5.5 pts
Median age
36.9 → 38
+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $81,558 in 2021 to $100,382 more recently. Renters now make up 21.7% of households, compared with 24.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 26.5% of adults here, versus 21% in 2021.

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Deer Park rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Deer Park, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Deer Park is $1,649/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,560/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,310/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,080/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($100,382/yr), Deer Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Park an affordable city for renters?

Deer Park is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,649/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($100,382/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Deer Park falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Deer Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,649/mo in Deer Park. The local median household income is $100,382/yr, meaning the typical Deer Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Deer Park?

Rent in Deer Park has decreased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Deer Park rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Deer Park is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #142 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,649/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Deer Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Deer Park ($1,649/mo): Webster ($1,355/mo), Pasadena ($1,372/mo).

What percentage of Deer Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.7% of Deer Park households are renters, while 78.3% are owner-occupied. Deer Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Deer Park rent compare to the national average?

Deer Park's median rent of $1,649/mo is $316 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #142 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,649/mo, rent takes ~20% of Deer Park's median household income ($100,382/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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