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Haslet

Pop. 3,280·23rd most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Haslet, TX
Median rent (all units)
$2,198/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.7%
Month-over-Month
-0.5%
vs US Median
+$233
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Haslet · $2,198
More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
67/100
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Rents are 9% below what Haslet's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,198/mo
Expected by trend
$2,403/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,910
1 BR
$2,030
2 BR
$2,370
3 BR
$3,110
4 BR+
$3,830
Research median
$2,370/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
$26,376/yr
At $2,198/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 3.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.7% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Haslet, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 43% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,280
Median income
$169,046
Median age
42
Renters
5.7%
Age distribution
23.4%
13.6%
30%
14.1%
18.9%
Under 1823.4%
18–3413.6%
35–5430%
55–6414.1%
65+18.9%
Gender
46.7%
53.3%
Male46.7%
Female53.3%
Race & ethnicity
68.2%
20.1%
White68.2%
Black3.4%
Hispanic20.1%
Asian6.6%
Other1.8%
Education (25+)
19%
34.8%
43%
No HS diploma3.2%
HS diploma19%
Some college34.8%
Bachelor's+43%
Housing tenure
94.3%
Owner94.3%
Renter5.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Haslet, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,031 → $2,198
up 8.2%
Income
$156,250 → $169,046
up 8.2%
Population
2,296 → 3,280
up 42.9%
Renter share
4.4% → 5.7%
+1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
35.8% → 43%
+7.2 pts
Median age
46.6 → 42
-4.6 yrs

Rent in Haslet, TX has climbed 8.2% since 2022, going from about $2,031 per month to roughly $2,198 today. Household income in the area moved from $156,250 to $169,046 across the same window, up 8.2% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 2,296 to 3,280 between 2021 and 2024, a 42.9% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 35.8% to 43%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Haslet, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Haslet rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Haslet, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Haslet is $2,198/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,110/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($169,046/yr), Haslet ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Haslet an affordable city for renters?

Haslet is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,198/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($169,046/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Haslet falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Haslet?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,198/mo in Haslet. The local median household income is $169,046/yr, meaning the typical Haslet household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Haslet?

Rent in Haslet has decreased 3.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Haslet rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Haslet is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #23 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,198/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Haslet?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Haslet ($2,198/mo): Roanoke ($1,612/mo), Fort Worth ($1,635/mo), Saginaw ($1,958/mo).

What percentage of Haslet residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 5.7% of Haslet households are renters, while 94.3% are owner-occupied. Haslet leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Haslet rent compare to the national average?

Haslet's median rent of $2,198/mo is $233 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #23 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
16%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,198/mo, rent takes ~16% of Haslet's median household income ($169,046/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Haslet 16%Benchmark 30%
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