How much does it cost to rent in Harker Heights, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Harker Heights, TX is $1,612. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Harker Heights cheaper than other Texas cities?

Harker Heights falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #157 out of 269 cities at $1,612/mo.

When was Harker Heights rent data last updated?

Harker Heights 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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Harker Heights

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Pop. 34,128·157th most expensive in Texas·Harker Heights rents are up 7.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,612/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$353

Stable (Monthly)

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Harker Heights · $1,612

More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Harker Heights's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,612/mo

Expected by trend

$1,678/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$900

1 BR

$900

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,590

4 BR+

$1,910

Research median

$1,140/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

$19,344/yr

At $1,612/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.5% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Harker Heights, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,128

Median income

$81,190

Median age

Renters

38.3%

Age distribution

29.6%

22.3%

27.9%

Under 1829.6%

18–3422.3%

35–5427.9%

55–6410%

65+10.2%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

43.4%

28.3%

19.5%

White43.4%

Black28.3%

Hispanic19.5%

Asian3.4%

Other5.4%

Education (25+)

22.4%

40.5%

30.2%

No HS diploma7%

HS diploma22.4%

Some college40.5%

Bachelor's+30.2%

Housing tenure

61.7%

38.3%

Owner61.7%

Renter38.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Harker Heights, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,279 → $1,612

up 26.0%

Income

$73,775 → $81,190

up 10.1%

Population

32,320 → 34,128

up 5.6%

Renter share

44.5% → 38.3%

-6.2 pts

Bachelor's+

32.7% → 30.2%

-2.5 pts

Median age

33.8 → 33

-0.8 yrs

Rent in Harker Heights, TX has climbed 26.0% since 2021, going from about $1,279 per month to roughly $1,612 today. Household income in the area moved from $73,775 to $81,190 across the same window, up 10.1% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 15.9 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 32,320 to 34,128 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.6% change. About 38.3% of households rent today, against 44.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 32.7% to 30.2%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Harker Heights, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Harker Heights on your salary?

At $1,612/mo, how Harker Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

By apartment size

Harker Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Harker Heights, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Harker Heights is $1,612/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $900/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $900/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,590/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($81,190/yr), Harker Heights ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harker Heights an affordable city for renters?

Harker Heights is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,612/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($81,190/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harker Heights falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Harker Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,612/mo in Harker Heights. The local median household income is $81,190/yr, meaning the typical Harker Heights household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Harker Heights?

Rent in Harker Heights has increased 7.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Harker Heights rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Harker Heights is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #157 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,612/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harker Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Harker Heights ($1,612/mo): Killeen ($1,254/mo), Nolanville ($1,361/mo).

What percentage of Harker Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.3% of Harker Heights households are renters, while 61.7% are owner-occupied. Harker Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Harker Heights rent compare to the national average?

Harker Heights's median rent of $1,612/mo is $353 (18%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #157 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,612/mo, rent takes ~24% of Harker Heights's median household income ($81,190/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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