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Georgetown

Pop. 85,999·147th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Georgetown, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,643/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.4%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$322
Stable (Monthly)
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Georgetown · $1,643
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
75/100
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Rents are 13% below what Georgetown's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,643/mo
Expected by trend
$1,882/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,226
1 BR
$1,304
2 BR
$1,543
3 BR
$1,965
4 BR+
$2,283
Research median
$1,543/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
$19,716/yr
At $1,643/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 (+0.4% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Georgetown, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 47.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
85,999
Median income
$95,062
Median age
42.6
Renters
30.5%
Age distribution
19.8%
21.1%
22.4%
26.2%
Under 1819.8%
18–3421.1%
35–5422.4%
55–6410.6%
65+26.2%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
72.2%
21.3%
White72.2%
Black5.1%
Hispanic21.3%
Asian3.9%
Education (25+)
16.6%
29.1%
47.8%
No HS diploma6.6%
HS diploma16.6%
Some college29.1%
Bachelor's+47.8%
Housing tenure
69.5%
30.5%
Owner69.5%
Renter30.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Georgetown, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,442 → $1,643
up 13.9%
Income
$80,416 → $95,062
up 18.2%
Population
66,514 → 85,999
up 29.3%
Renter share
28.5% → 30.5%
+2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
45.9% → 47.8%
+1.9 pts
Median age
44.9 → 42.6
-2.3 yrs

The median rent in Georgetown, TX stood at $1,442 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,643, reflecting a 13.9% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Georgetown, TX now reports about $95,062, up from $80,416 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 29.3% since 2021, moving from about 66,514 residents to roughly 85,999. Renters now make up 30.5% of households, compared with 28.5% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Georgetown, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Georgetown, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Georgetown is $1,643/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,226/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,543/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,304/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,965/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($95,062/yr), Georgetown ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Georgetown an affordable city for renters?

Georgetown is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,643/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($95,062/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Georgetown falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Georgetown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,643/mo in Georgetown. The local median household income is $95,062/yr, meaning the typical Georgetown household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Georgetown?

Rent in Georgetown has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.4% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Georgetown neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Georgetown are 78626 ($1,599/mo), 78633 ($1,692/mo), and 78628 ($1,896/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Georgetown is $1,643/mo.

How does Georgetown rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Georgetown is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #147 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,643/mo.

What percentage of Georgetown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.5% of Georgetown households are renters, while 69.5% are owner-occupied. Georgetown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Georgetown rent compare to the national average?

Georgetown's median rent of $1,643/mo is $322 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #147 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,643/mo, rent takes ~21% of Georgetown's median household income ($95,062/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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