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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Fresno, TX is $2,142. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fresno cheaper than other Texas cities?

Fresno is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #26 out of 267 cities tracked at $2,142/mo.

When was Fresno rent data last updated?

Fresno rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Fresno, TX?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Fresno, TX at $2,290 per month, which is 7% above the $2,142 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Fresno

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Pop. 24,560·26th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Fresno, TX

Median rent (all units)

$2,142/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.4%

vs US Median

+$180

Stable (Monthly)

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Fresno · $2,142

More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

60/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Fresno's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,142/mo

Expected by trend

$2,256/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Fresno's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,830

1 BR

$1,910

2 BR

$2,290

3 BR

$3,050

4 BR+

$3,840

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$2,290/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,142 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

$25,704/yr

At $2,142/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 (-0.3% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fresno, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

24,560

Median income

$91,264

Median age

Renters

21.1%

Age distribution

22.2%

25.2%

32.1%

13.5%

Under 1822.2%

18–3425.2%

35–5432.1%

55–6413.5%

65+7%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

52.1%

34.8%

White8.4%

Black52.1%

Hispanic34.8%

Asian2.4%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

13.7%

32.1%

30.9%

23.4%

No HS diploma13.7%

HS diploma32.1%

Some college30.9%

Bachelor's+23.4%

Housing tenure

78.9%

21.1%

Owner78.9%

Renter21.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Fresno, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,934 → $2,142

up 10.8%

Income

$80,362 → $91,264

up 13.6%

Population

23,921 → 24,560

up 2.7%

Renter share

17.8% → 21.1%

+3.3 pts

Bachelor's+

27.6% → 23.4%

-4.2 pts

Median age

34.9 → 37

+2.1 yrs

The median rent in Fresno, TX stood at $1,934 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,142, reflecting a 10.8% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Fresno, TX now reports about $91,264, up from $80,362 in 2021. The population has grown by 2.7% since 2021, moving from about 23,921 residents to roughly 24,560. Renters now make up 21.1% of households, compared with 17.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 23.4% of adults here, versus 27.6% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Fresno, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fresno on your salary?

At $2,142/mo, how Fresno rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 45.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fresno rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fresno, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Fresno is $2,142/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,830/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,050/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($91,264/yr), Fresno ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fresno an affordable city for renters?

Fresno is considered affordable for renters. At $2,142/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($91,264/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fresno falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fresno?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,142/mo in Fresno. The local median household income is $91,264/yr, meaning the typical Fresno household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fresno?

Rent in Fresno has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Fresno rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Fresno is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #26 out of 267 tracked cities at $2,142/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fresno?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fresno ($2,142/mo): Stafford ($1,578/mo), Manvel ($2,061/mo), Missouri City ($2,132/mo).

What percentage of Fresno residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.1% of Fresno households are renters, while 78.9% are owner-occupied. Fresno leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.