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Hutto

Pop. 35,483·99th most expensive in Texas·Hutto rents are up 8.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,764/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.0%
Month-over-Month
+1.3%
vs US Median
-$201
Rising (Monthly)
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Hutto · $1,764
More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
81/100
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Rents are 16% below what Hutto's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,764/mo
Expected by trend
$2,087/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,314
1 BR
$1,399
2 BR
$1,656
3 BR
$2,113
4 BR+
$2,449
Research median
$1,656/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
$21,168/yr
At $1,764/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 8.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.0% YoY, +1.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hutto, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,483
Median income
$118,834
Median age
34.6
Renters
20.4%
Age distribution
26.2%
25%
34.1%
Under 1826.2%
18–3425%
35–5434.1%
55–648%
65+6.7%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
56.4%
32.1%
White56.4%
Black11.1%
Hispanic32.1%
Asian2.4%
Education (25+)
23.2%
33.3%
36.3%
No HS diploma7.2%
HS diploma23.2%
Some college33.3%
Bachelor's+36.3%
Housing tenure
79.6%
20.4%
Owner79.6%
Renter20.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hutto, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,513 → $1,764
up 16.6%
Income
$94,807 → $118,834
up 25.3%
Population
26,971 → 35,483
up 31.6%
Renter share
19.2% → 20.4%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
32.5% → 36.3%
+3.8 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in Hutto, TX has increased from $1,513 to $1,764, a 16.6% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $94,807 in 2021 to $118,834 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 31.6% since 2021, moving from about 26,971 residents to roughly 35,483. College-educated residents now make up 36.3% of adults here, versus 32.5% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Hutto, TX market of 2021.

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At $1,764/mo, how Hutto rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Hutto rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hutto, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hutto is $1,764/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,314/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,656/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,399/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,113/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($118,834/yr), Hutto ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hutto an affordable city for renters?

Hutto is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,764/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($118,834/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hutto falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hutto?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,764/mo in Hutto. The local median household income is $118,834/yr, meaning the typical Hutto household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hutto?

Rent in Hutto has increased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hutto rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Hutto is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #99 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,764/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hutto?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hutto ($1,764/mo): Georgetown ($1,643/mo), Manor ($1,645/mo), Pflugerville ($1,699/mo).

What percentage of Hutto residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.4% of Hutto households are renters, while 79.6% are owner-occupied. Hutto leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hutto rent compare to the national average?

Hutto's median rent of $1,764/mo is $201 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #99 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,764/mo, rent takes ~18% of Hutto's median household income ($118,834/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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