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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kemp, TX is $1,213. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kemp cheaper than other Texas cities?

Kemp is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #249 out of 269 cities at $1,213/mo.

When was Kemp rent data last updated?

Kemp 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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Kemp

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Pop. 1,302·249th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,213/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+3.1%

vs US Median

-$752

Rising (Monthly)

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Kemp · $1,213

More affordable than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,213/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$49,000/yr

Local median income

$55,833/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$754

3 BR

$1,242

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

$14,556/yr

At $1,213/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kemp, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

1,302

Median income

$55,833

Median age

39.3

Renters

26.8%

Age distribution

32.2%

14.1%

26.6%

17.8%

Under 1832.2%

18–3414.1%

35–5426.6%

55–649.3%

65+17.8%

Gender

44.2%

55.8%

Male44.2%

Female55.8%

Race & ethnicity

69.6%

33.6%

White69.6%

Black1.5%

Hispanic33.6%

Education (25+)

22%

44.2%

20.9%

12.9%

No HS diploma22%

HS diploma44.2%

Some college20.9%

Bachelor's+12.9%

Housing tenure

73.2%

26.8%

Owner73.2%

Renter26.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kemp, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$46,944 → $55,833

up 18.9%

Population

1,357 → 1,302

down 4.1%

Renter share

39% → 26.8%

-12.2 pts

Bachelor's+

12.7% → 12.9%

+0.2 pts

Median age

40 → 39.3

-0.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Kemp, TX now reports about $55,833, up from $46,944 in 2021. Census counts show Kemp, TX losing about 55 residents over the five-year window, down 4.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 39% to 26.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Kemp on your salary?

At $1,213/mo, how Kemp rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 15.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 10.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 8.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

By apartment size

Kemp rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Kemp, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kemp is $1,213/mo as of July 2026. . One-bedroom apartments average $754/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,242/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($55,833/yr), Kemp ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kemp an affordable city for renters?

Kemp is considered affordable for renters. At $1,213/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($55,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kemp falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kemp?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,213/mo in Kemp. The local median household income is $55,833/yr, meaning the typical Kemp household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kemp?

Rent in Kemp has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Kemp rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Kemp is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #249 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,213/mo.

What percentage of Kemp residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.8% of Kemp households are renters, while 73.2% are owner-occupied. Kemp leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.