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Irving

Pop. 256,492·150th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Irving, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,611/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.2%
vs US Median
-$351
Rising (Monthly)
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Irving · $1,611
More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
68/100
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Rents are 9% below what Irving's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,611/mo
Expected by trend
$1,766/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,216
1 BR
$1,276
2 BR
$1,498
3 BR
$1,876
4 BR+
$2,411
Research median
$1,498/mo

Bedroom figures are derived from HUD Fair Market Rents and scaled to match Irving's market median, because the published HUD values all ran above it. They are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,332/yr
At $1,611/mo median
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Rents are climbing (2.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Irving, TX is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
256,492
Median income
$81,830
Median age
32.8
Renters
61.9%
Age distribution
26.2%
28%
27.8%
Under 1826.2%
18–3428%
35–5427.8%
55–649.3%
65+8.7%
Gender
50.3%
49.7%
Male50.3%
Female49.7%
Race & ethnicity
33.7%
43.4%
23.2%
White33.7%
Black12.8%
Hispanic43.4%
Asian23.2%
Education (25+)
19%
18.4%
20.1%
42.4%
No HS diploma19%
HS diploma18.4%
Some college20.1%
Bachelor's+42.4%
Housing tenure
38.1%
61.9%
Owner38.1%
Renter61.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Irving, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,330 → $1,611
up 21.1%
Income
$69,961 → $81,830
up 17.0%
Population
254,184 → 256,492
up 0.9%
Renter share
63.2% → 61.9%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
39.4% → 42.4%
+3.0 pts
Median age
32.3 → 32.8
+0.5 yrs

The median rent in Irving, TX stood at $1,330 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,611, reflecting a 21.1% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $81,830 today, compared with $69,961 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 42.4% of adults here, versus 39.4% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Irving rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Irving, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Irving is $1,611/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,216/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,498/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,276/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,876/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($81,830/yr), Irving ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Irving an affordable city for renters?

Irving is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,611/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($81,830/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Irving falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Irving?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,611/mo in Irving. The local median household income is $81,830/yr, meaning the typical Irving household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Irving?

Rent in Irving has increased 2.6% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Irving neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Irving are 75061 ($1,331/mo), 75038 ($1,377/mo), and 75062 ($1,429/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Irving is $1,611/mo.

How does Irving rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Irving is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #150 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,611/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Irving?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Irving ($1,611/mo): Euless ($1,587/mo), Addison ($1,587/mo).

What percentage of Irving residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 61.9% of Irving households are renters, while 38.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Irving has a strong rental market.

How does Irving rent compare to the national average?

Irving's median rent of $1,611/mo is $351 (18%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #150 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,611/mo, rent takes ~24% of Irving's median household income ($81,830/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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