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Fredericksburg

Pop. 11,419·44th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Fredericksburg, TX
Median rent (all units)
$2,033/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
+$68
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Fredericksburg · $2,033
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,033/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/yr
Local median income
$64,534/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Fredericksburg's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,110
1 BR
$1,230
2 BR
$1,510
3 BR
$1,990
4 BR+
$2,250
Research median
$1,510/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
$24,396/yr
At $2,033/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fredericksburg, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,419
Median income
$64,534
Median age
48.5
Renters
36.9%
Age distribution
19.3%
16.2%
21.3%
32%
Under 1819.3%
18–3416.2%
35–5421.3%
55–6411.2%
65+32%
Gender
46.6%
53.4%
Male46.6%
Female53.4%
Race & ethnicity
84.6%
18.6%
White84.6%
Black0.7%
Hispanic18.6%
Asian0.5%
Education (25+)
20.7%
26.6%
43.3%
No HS diploma9.5%
HS diploma20.7%
Some college26.6%
Bachelor's+43.3%
Housing tenure
63.1%
36.9%
Owner63.1%
Renter36.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fredericksburg, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,771 → $64,534
up 17.8%
Population
10,864 → 11,419
up 5.1%
Renter share
35.8% → 36.9%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
36.7% → 43.3%
+6.6 pts
Median age
51.1 → 48.5
-2.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Fredericksburg, TX now reports about $64,534, up from $54,771 in 2021. The population has grown by 5.1% since 2021, moving from about 10,864 residents to roughly 11,419. College-educated residents now make up 43.3% of adults here, versus 36.7% in 2021.

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Fredericksburg rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Fredericksburg, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fredericksburg is $2,033/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,110/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,990/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($64,534/yr), Fredericksburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fredericksburg an affordable city for renters?

Fredericksburg is considered moderate for renters. At $2,033/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($64,534/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fredericksburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fredericksburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,033/mo in Fredericksburg. The local median household income is $64,534/yr, meaning the typical Fredericksburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fredericksburg?

Rent in Fredericksburg has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Fredericksburg rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Fredericksburg is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #44 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,033/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fredericksburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fredericksburg ($2,033/mo): Boerne ($1,485/mo), Spring Branch ($1,650/mo), Canyon Lake ($1,699/mo).

What percentage of Fredericksburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.9% of Fredericksburg households are renters, while 63.1% are owner-occupied. Fredericksburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fredericksburg rent compare to the national average?

Fredericksburg's median rent of $2,033/mo is $68 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #44 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,033/mo, rent takes ~38% of Fredericksburg's median household income ($64,534/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fredericksburg 38%Benchmark 30%
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