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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Garland, TX is $1,519. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Garland cheaper than other Texas cities?

Garland is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #185 out of 269 cities at $1,519/mo.

When was Garland rent data last updated?

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

Is Garland a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Garland is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Garland

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Pop. 246,844·185th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Garland, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,519/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$446

Stable (Monthly)

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Garland · $1,519

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

Rent Reality Score

78/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% below what Garland's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,519/mo

Expected by trend

$1,771/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,458

1 BR

$1,532

2 BR

$1,796

3 BR

$2,252

4 BR+

$2,890

Research median

$1,796/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

$18,228/yr

At $1,519/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.6% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.6% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Garland, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

246,844

Median income

$76,320

Median age

Renters

38.4%

Age distribution

25.5%

24.5%

24.7%

12.6%

Under 1825.5%

18–3424.5%

35–5424.7%

55–6412.6%

65+12.6%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

30.7%

15.1%

45.7%

White30.7%

Black15.1%

Hispanic45.7%

Asian11.4%

Education (25+)

21.1%

26.1%

27.3%

25.4%

No HS diploma21.1%

HS diploma26.1%

Some college27.3%

Bachelor's+25.4%

Housing tenure

61.6%

38.4%

Owner61.6%

Renter38.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Garland, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,256 → $1,519

up 20.9%

Income

$65,278 → $76,320

up 16.9%

Population

245,075 → 246,844

up 0.7%

Renter share

37% → 38.4%

+1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

23% → 25.4%

+2.4 pts

Median age

34.5 → 35

+0.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Garland, TX has shifted from $1,256 to $1,519, up 20.9% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $65,278 to $76,320 across the same window, up 16.9% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 23% to 25.4% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Garland, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Garland on your salary?

At $1,519/mo, how Garland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 19.5% 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 = 29.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Garland rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Garland

About renting in Garland, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Garland is $1,519/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,458/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,796/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,532/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,252/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($76,320/yr), Garland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Garland an affordable city for renters?

Garland is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,519/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($76,320/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Garland falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Garland?

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 $1,519/mo in Garland. The local median household income is $76,320/yr, meaning the typical Garland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Garland?

Rent in Garland has decreased 3.6% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Garland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Garland are 75043 ($1,371/mo), 75042 ($1,374/mo), and 75044 ($1,575/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Garland is $1,519/mo.

How does Garland rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Garland is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #185 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,519/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Garland?

Mesquite is nearby and more affordable at $1,437/mo, which is $82 less than Garland.

What percentage of Garland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.4% of Garland households are renters, while 61.6% are owner-occupied. Garland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Garland rent compare to the national average?

Garland's median rent of $1,519/mo is $446 (23%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #185 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,519/mo, rent takes ~24% of Garland's median household income ($76,320/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Garland 24%Benchmark 30%

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