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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kemah, TX is $1,465. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kemah cheaper than other Texas cities?

Kemah is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #199 out of 269 cities at $1,465/mo.

When was Kemah rent data last updated?

Kemah 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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Kemah

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Pop. 2,168·199th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Kemah, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,465/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.3%

Month-over-Month

+0.6%

vs US Median

-$500

Rising (Monthly)

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Kemah · $1,465

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

21% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,465/mo, rent takes about 21% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$59,000/yr

Local median income

$85,357/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Kemah's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,440

1 BR

$1,510

2 BR

$1,800

3 BR

$2,400

4 BR+

$3,020

Research median

$1,800/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

$17,580/yr

At $1,465/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kemah, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,168

Median income

$85,357

Median age

Renters

46.3%

Age distribution

26.2%

22.3%

23%

17.7%

Under 1826.2%

18–3422.3%

35–5423%

55–6417.7%

65+10.8%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

55.8%

40.1%

White55.8%

Black4%

Hispanic40.1%

Asian3.2%

Education (25+)

21.8%

33%

34.1%

No HS diploma11.1%

HS diploma21.8%

Some college33%

Bachelor's+34.1%

Housing tenure

53.7%

46.3%

Owner53.7%

Renter46.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kemah, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$94,286 → $85,357

down 9.5%

Population

1,878 → 2,168

up 15.4%

Renter share

26.1% → 46.3%

+20.2 pts

Bachelor's+

29.3% → 34.1%

+4.8 pts

Median age

42.5 → 36

-6.5 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $85,357 today, compared with $94,286 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 1,878 to 2,168 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.4% change. About 46.3% of households rent today, against 26.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 29.3% to 34.1%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Kemah on your salary?

At $1,465/mo, how Kemah rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Kemah rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Kemah, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kemah is $1,465/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,440/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,800/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,510/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,400/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($85,357/yr), Kemah ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kemah an affordable city for renters?

Kemah is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,465/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($85,357/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kemah falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kemah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,465/mo in Kemah. The local median household income is $85,357/yr, meaning the typical Kemah household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kemah?

Rent in Kemah has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Kemah rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Kemah is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #199 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,465/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kemah?

Webster is nearby and more affordable at $1,355/mo, which is $110 less than Kemah.

What percentage of Kemah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.3% of Kemah households are renters, while 53.7% are owner-occupied. Kemah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.