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Hockley

·73rd most expensive in Texas·Hockley rents have dropped 5.4%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,874/mo
Year-over-Year
-5.4%
Month-over-Month
-3.3%
vs US Median
-$88
Falling (Monthly)
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Hockley · $1,874
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,874/mo, rent takes about 31% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$75,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hockley's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,350
1 BR
$1,410
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,240
4 BR+
$2,820
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,680/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,874 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,488/yr
At $1,874/mo median
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Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 5.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-5.4% YoY, -3.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hockley is $1,874/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,350/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,410/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,240/mo.

At 31% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Hockley ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Hockley an affordable city for renters?

Hockley is considered moderate for renters. At $1,874/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hockley slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hockley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,874/mo in Hockley.

Is rent going up or down in Hockley?

Rent in Hockley has decreased 5.4% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Hockley rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Hockley is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #73 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,874/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hockley?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hockley ($1,874/mo): Waller ($1,329/mo), Tomball ($1,764/mo).

How does Hockley rent compare to the national average?

Hockley's median rent of $1,874/mo is $88 (4%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #73 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,874/mo, rent takes ~31% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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