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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Huntsville, TX is $1,324. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Huntsville cheaper than other Texas cities?

Huntsville is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #230 out of 269 cities at $1,324/mo.

When was Huntsville rent data last updated?

Huntsville 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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Huntsville

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Pop. 47,864·230th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,324/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.9%

Month-over-Month

-2.8%

vs US Median

-$641

Falling (Monthly)

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Huntsville · $1,324

More affordable than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Huntsville's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,324/mo

Expected by trend

$1,324/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$770

1 BR

$990

2 BR

$1,125

3 BR

$1,390

4 BR+

$1,885

Research median

$1,125/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

$15,888/yr

At $1,324/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

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 (+4.9% YoY, -2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Huntsville, TX is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

47,864

Median income

$47,529

Median age

31.3

Renters

58.9%

Age distribution

12.8%

41.5%

24.4%

Under 1812.8%

18–3441.5%

35–5424.4%

55–649.7%

65+11.6%

Gender

57%

43%

Male57%

Female43%

Race & ethnicity

53.9%

23.4%

23.7%

White53.9%

Black23.4%

Hispanic23.7%

Asian1.5%

Education (25+)

15.7%

30.1%

29.9%

24.3%

No HS diploma15.7%

HS diploma30.1%

Some college29.9%

Bachelor's+24.3%

Housing tenure

41.1%

58.9%

Owner41.1%

Renter58.9%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Huntsville, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,159 → $1,324

up 14.2%

Income

$35,615 → $47,529

up 33.5%

Population

45,446 → 47,864

up 5.3%

Renter share

66% → 58.9%

-7.1 pts

Bachelor's+

21.5% → 24.3%

+2.8 pts

Since 2023, the typical rent in Huntsville, TX has increased from $1,159 to $1,324, a 14.2% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $35,615 to $47,529 across the same window, up 33.5% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 5.3% since 2021, moving from about 45,446 residents to roughly 47,864. Renters now make up 58.9% of households, compared with 66% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.3% of adults here, versus 21.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Huntsville, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Huntsville on your salary?

At $1,324/mo, how Huntsville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 23.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 20.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

By apartment size

Huntsville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Huntsville, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huntsville is $1,324/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $770/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,125/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $990/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,390/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($47,529/yr), Huntsville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huntsville an affordable city for renters?

Huntsville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,324/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($47,529/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huntsville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Huntsville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $53,000/year (~$25/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,324/mo in Huntsville. The local median household income is $47,529/yr, meaning the typical Huntsville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huntsville?

Rent in Huntsville has increased 4.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Huntsville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Huntsville are 77340 ($1,278/mo), and 77320 ($1,456/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Huntsville is $1,324/mo.

How does Huntsville rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Huntsville is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #230 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,324/mo.

What percentage of Huntsville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.9% of Huntsville households are renters, while 41.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Huntsville has a strong rental market.

How does Huntsville rent compare to the national average?

Huntsville's median rent of $1,324/mo is $641 (33%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #230 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,324/mo, rent takes ~33% of Huntsville's median household income ($47,529/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Huntsville 33%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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