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Fresno

Pop. 24,560·29th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Fresno, TX
Median rent (all units)
$2,150/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.9%
Month-over-Month
-2.8%
vs US Median
+$185
Falling (Monthly)
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Fresno · $2,150
More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
59/100
Fairly priced
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Rents are 5% below what Fresno's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,150/mo
Expected by trend
$2,255/mo
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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
Research median
$2,290/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
$25,800/yr
At $2,150/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 0.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.9% YoY, -2.8% 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
37
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 → $2,150
up 11.2%
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 $2,150, reflecting a 11.2% 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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Fresno rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Fresno, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fresno is $2,150/mo as of July 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 increased 0.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fresno an affordable city for renters?

Fresno is considered affordable for renters. At $2,150/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 $2,150/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 increased 0.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fresno rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Fresno is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #29 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,150/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fresno?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fresno ($2,150/mo): Stafford ($1,548/mo), Manvel ($2,084/mo), Missouri City ($2,121/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.

How does Fresno rent compare to the national average?

Fresno's median rent of $2,150/mo is $185 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #29 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,150/mo, rent takes ~28% of Fresno's median household income ($91,264/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fresno 28%Benchmark 30%
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