How much does it cost to rent in Duncanville, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Duncanville, TX is $1,515. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Duncanville cheaper than other Texas cities?

Duncanville is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #187 out of 269 cities at $1,515/mo.

When was Duncanville rent data last updated?

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

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Duncanville

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Pop. 39,683·187th most expensive in Texas·Duncanville rents are up 11.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,515/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.2%

Month-over-Month

-9.3%

vs US Median

-$450

Falling (Monthly)

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Duncanville · $1,515

More affordable than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,515/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$61,000/yr

Local median income

$76,457/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Duncanville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,142

1 BR

$1,199

2 BR

$1,408

3 BR

$1,766

4 BR+

$2,266

Research median

$1,408/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

$18,180/yr

At $1,515/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 11.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.2% YoY, -9.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Duncanville, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

39,683

Median income

$76,457

Median age

36.2

Renters

34%

Age distribution

27.8%

20.5%

24.3%

16.5%

Under 1827.8%

18–3420.5%

35–5424.3%

55–6410.8%

65+16.5%

Gender

47.7%

52.3%

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

Race & ethnicity

29.4%

29.5%

44.3%

White29.4%

Black29.5%

Hispanic44.3%

Asian1.3%

Education (25+)

18.9%

27.2%

28.6%

25.2%

No HS diploma18.9%

HS diploma27.2%

Some college28.6%

Bachelor's+25.2%

Housing tenure

66%

34%

Owner66%

Renter34%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Duncanville, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,463 → $1,515

up 3.6%

Income

$60,666 → $76,457

up 26.0%

Population

40,575 → 39,683

down 2.2%

Renter share

35.6% → 34%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

24% → 25.2%

+1.2 pts

Median age

37.4 → 36.2

-1.2 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Duncanville, TX has shifted from $1,463 to $1,515, up 3.6% since 2022. Census figures show median household income at $76,457 today, compared with $60,666 five years earlier. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Duncanville, TX losing about 892 residents over the five-year window, down 2.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 35.6% to 34%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Duncanville on your salary?

At $1,515/mo, how Duncanville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Duncanville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Duncanville, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Duncanville is $1,515/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,142/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,408/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,199/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,766/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($76,457/yr), Duncanville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Duncanville an affordable city for renters?

Duncanville is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,515/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($76,457/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Duncanville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Duncanville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,515/mo in Duncanville. The local median household income is $76,457/yr, meaning the typical Duncanville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Duncanville?

Rent in Duncanville has increased 11.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Duncanville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Duncanville are 75116 ($1,294/mo), and 75137 ($1,871/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Duncanville is $1,515/mo.

How does Duncanville rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Duncanville is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #187 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,515/mo.

What percentage of Duncanville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34% of Duncanville households are renters, while 66% are owner-occupied. Duncanville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Duncanville rent compare to the national average?

Duncanville's median rent of $1,515/mo is $450 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #187 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,515/mo, rent takes ~24% of Duncanville's median household income ($76,457/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Duncanville 24%Benchmark 30%

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