How much does it cost to rent in Lake Jackson, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lake Jackson, TX is $1,488. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lake Jackson cheaper than other Texas cities?

Lake Jackson is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #194 out of 269 cities at $1,488/mo.

When was Lake Jackson rent data last updated?

Lake Jackson 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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Lake Jackson

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Pop. 27,974·194th most expensive in Texas·Lake Jackson rents have dropped 6.4%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,488/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.4%

Month-over-Month

+6.8%

vs US Median

-$477

Rising (Monthly)

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Lake Jackson · $1,488

More affordable than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Lake Jackson's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,488/mo

Expected by trend

$1,627/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,000

1 BR

$1,190

2 BR

$1,320

3 BR

$1,760

4 BR+

$2,220

Research median

$1,320/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

$17,856/yr

At $1,488/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.4% YoY, +6.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lake Jackson, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,974

Median income

$90,938

Median age

35.7

Renters

38.3%

Age distribution

24.3%

25.2%

24.7%

12.7%

13.1%

Under 1824.3%

18–3425.2%

35–5424.7%

55–6412.7%

65+13.1%

Gender

50.2%

49.8%

Male50.2%

Female49.8%

Race & ethnicity

64.4%

30.6%

White64.4%

Black8%

Hispanic30.6%

Asian1.8%

Education (25+)

23.9%

40.9%

27.8%

No HS diploma7.4%

HS diploma23.9%

Some college40.9%

Bachelor's+27.8%

Housing tenure

61.7%

38.3%

Owner61.7%

Renter38.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Lake Jackson, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,373 → $1,488

up 8.4%

Income

$86,782 → $90,938

up 4.8%

Population

28,008 → 27,974

down 0.1%

Renter share

37.3% → 38.3%

+1.0 pts

Bachelor's+

32.2% → 27.8%

-4.4 pts

Median age

33.8 → 35.7

+1.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Lake Jackson, TX paid around $1,373 a month. That figure now sits near $1,488, up 8.4% from the 2022 baseline. Median household income climbed from $86,782 to $90,938 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.8% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 32.2% to 27.8% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Lake Jackson, TX reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lake Jackson on your salary?

At $1,488/mo, how Lake Jackson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 19.1% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

By apartment size

Lake Jackson rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lake Jackson, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lake Jackson is $1,488/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,320/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,760/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($90,938/yr), Lake Jackson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Jackson an affordable city for renters?

Lake Jackson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,488/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($90,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lake Jackson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lake Jackson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,488/mo in Lake Jackson. The local median household income is $90,938/yr, meaning the typical Lake Jackson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lake Jackson?

Rent in Lake Jackson has decreased 6.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Lake Jackson rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Lake Jackson is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #194 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,488/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lake Jackson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lake Jackson ($1,488/mo): Clute ($794/mo), Freeport ($1,267/mo).

What percentage of Lake Jackson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.3% of Lake Jackson households are renters, while 61.7% are owner-occupied. Lake Jackson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lake Jackson rent compare to the national average?

Lake Jackson's median rent of $1,488/mo is $477 (24%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #194 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

20%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,488/mo, rent takes ~20% of Lake Jackson's median household income ($90,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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