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Hewitt

Pop. 16,432·144th most expensive in Texas·Hewitt rents have dropped 6.9%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,625/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.9%
Month-over-Month
+3.0%
vs US Median
-$337
Rising (Monthly)
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Hewitt · $1,625
More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,625/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$65,000/yr
Local median income
$83,511/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hewitt's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,230
1 BR
$1,450
2 BR
$1,800
3 BR
$2,320
4 BR+
$2,390
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,800/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,625 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,500/yr
At $1,625/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.9% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hewitt, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,432
Median income
$83,511
Median age
38
Renters
31.7%
Age distribution
25.3%
19%
27.6%
18.8%
Under 1825.3%
18–3419%
35–5427.6%
55–649.3%
65+18.8%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
74%
18.4%
White74%
Black6.3%
Hispanic18.4%
Asian4.9%
Education (25+)
19.9%
37.6%
36.5%
No HS diploma6%
HS diploma19.9%
Some college37.6%
Bachelor's+36.5%
Housing tenure
68.3%
31.7%
Owner68.3%
Renter31.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hewitt, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,395 → $83,511
up 15.4%
Population
15,707 → 16,432
up 4.6%
Renter share
32.1% → 31.7%
-0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
36.7% → 36.5%
-0.2 pts
Median age
36.4 → 38
+1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Hewitt, TX now reports about $83,511, up from $72,395 in 2021. Census counts show Hewitt, TX adding about 725 residents over the five-year window, up 4.6% on net.

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At $1,625/mo, how Hewitt rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Hewitt rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Hewitt, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hewitt is $1,625/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,800/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,320/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($83,511/yr), Hewitt ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hewitt an affordable city for renters?

Hewitt is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,625/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($83,511/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hewitt falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hewitt?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,625/mo in Hewitt. The local median household income is $83,511/yr, meaning the typical Hewitt household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hewitt?

Rent in Hewitt has decreased 6.9% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hewitt rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Hewitt is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #144 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,625/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hewitt?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hewitt ($1,625/mo): Lacy-Lakeview ($1,361/mo), Waco ($1,373/mo), Temple ($1,400/mo).

What percentage of Hewitt residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.7% of Hewitt households are renters, while 68.3% are owner-occupied. Hewitt leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hewitt rent compare to the national average?

Hewitt's median rent of $1,625/mo is $337 (17%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #144 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,625/mo, rent takes ~23% of Hewitt's median household income ($83,511/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hewitt 23%Benchmark 30%
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