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Desoto

Pop. 56,211·47th most expensive in Texas·Desoto rents are up 7.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,010/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.3%
Month-over-Month
+4.4%
vs US Median
+$48
Rising (Monthly)
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Desoto · $2,010
More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
53/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Desoto's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,010/mo
Expected by trend
$2,039/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,540
1 BR
$1,610
2 BR
$1,890
3 BR
$2,370
4 BR+
$3,040
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,890/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,010 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,120/yr
At $2,010/mo median
Rent Market Meter
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.3% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Desoto, TX is majority owner-occupied, 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
56,211
Median income
$82,782
Median age
41.9
Renters
30.4%
Age distribution
20.6%
20.3%
29.1%
14.2%
15.9%
Under 1820.6%
18–3420.3%
35–5429.1%
55–6414.2%
65+15.9%
Gender
46.8%
53.2%
Male46.8%
Female53.2%
Race & ethnicity
13.5%
67.6%
18.9%
White13.5%
Black67.6%
Hispanic18.9%
Asian0.9%
Education (25+)
24.7%
37.4%
30.1%
No HS diploma7.8%
HS diploma24.7%
Some college37.4%
Bachelor's+30.1%
Housing tenure
69.6%
30.4%
Owner69.6%
Renter30.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Desoto, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,443 → $2,010
up 39.3%
Income
$79,570 → $82,782
up 4.0%
Population
55,761 → 56,211
up 0.8%
Renter share
31.8% → 30.4%
-1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
28.4% → 30.1%
+1.7 pts
Median age
39.9 → 41.9
+2.0 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Desoto, TX has climbed from $1,443 to $2,010, a 39.3% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $79,570 in 2021 to $82,782 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Desoto, TX market of 2021.

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Desoto rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Desoto, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Desoto is $2,010/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,610/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,370/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($82,782/yr), Desoto ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Desoto an affordable city for renters?

Desoto is considered affordable for renters. At $2,010/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($82,782/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Desoto falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Desoto?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,010/mo in Desoto. The local median household income is $82,782/yr, meaning the typical Desoto household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Desoto?

Rent in Desoto has increased 7.3% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Desoto rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Desoto is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #47 out of 267 tracked cities at $2,010/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Desoto?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Desoto ($2,010/mo): Duncanville ($1,514/mo), Cedar Hill ($1,806/mo).

What percentage of Desoto residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.4% of Desoto households are renters, while 69.6% are owner-occupied. Desoto leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Desoto rent compare to the national average?

Desoto's median rent of $2,010/mo is $48 (2%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #47 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,010/mo, rent takes ~29% of Desoto's median household income ($82,782/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Desoto 29%Benchmark 30%
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