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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Greenville, TX is $1,456. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Greenville cheaper than other Texas cities?

Greenville is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #201 out of 269 cities at $1,456/mo.

When was Greenville rent data last updated?

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

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Greenville

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Pop. 31,222·201st most expensive in Texas·Greenville rents are up 8.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,456/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.0%

Month-over-Month

-2.3%

vs US Median

-$509

Falling (Monthly)

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Greenville · $1,456

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

28% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,456/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$58,000/yr

Local median income

$62,781/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Greenville's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,285

1 BR

$1,345

2 BR

$1,580

3 BR

$1,980

4 BR+

$2,545

Research median

$1,580/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

$17,472/yr

At $1,456/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (8.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.0% YoY, -2.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Greenville, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

31,222

Median income

$62,781

Median age

35.9

Renters

46.9%

Age distribution

25.7%

22.5%

23.7%

17.7%

Under 1825.7%

18–3422.5%

35–5423.7%

55–6410.4%

65+17.7%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

60.6%

13.8%

25%

White60.6%

Black13.8%

Hispanic25%

Asian2.8%

Education (25+)

13%

35.4%

30.4%

21.2%

No HS diploma13%

HS diploma35.4%

Some college30.4%

Bachelor's+21.2%

Housing tenure

53.1%

46.9%

Owner53.1%

Renter46.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Greenville, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,391 → $1,456

up 4.7%

Income

$50,496 → $62,781

up 24.3%

Population

28,128 → 31,222

up 11.0%

Renter share

50.1% → 46.9%

-3.2 pts

Bachelor's+

18.3% → 21.2%

+2.9 pts

Rent in Greenville, TX has increased 4.7% since 2023, going from about $1,391 per month to roughly $1,456 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Greenville, TX now reports about $62,781, up from $50,496 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 19.6 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,128 to 31,222 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.0% change. About 46.9% of households rent today, against 50.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 18.3% to 21.2%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Greenville, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Greenville on your salary?

At $1,456/mo, how Greenville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.7% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 22.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

By apartment size

Greenville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Greenville, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Greenville is $1,456/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,285/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,580/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,345/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,980/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($62,781/yr), Greenville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Greenville an affordable city for renters?

Greenville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,456/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($62,781/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Greenville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Greenville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $58,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,456/mo in Greenville. The local median household income is $62,781/yr, meaning the typical Greenville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Greenville?

Rent in Greenville has increased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Greenville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Greenville are 75401 ($1,412/mo), and 75402 ($1,536/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Greenville is $1,456/mo.

How does Greenville rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Greenville is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #201 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,456/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Greenville?

Commerce is nearby and more affordable at $1,093/mo, which is $363 less than Greenville.

What percentage of Greenville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.9% of Greenville households are renters, while 53.1% are owner-occupied. Greenville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Greenville rent compare to the national average?

Greenville's median rent of $1,456/mo is $509 (26%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #201 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,456/mo, rent takes ~28% of Greenville's median household income ($62,781/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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