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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mabank, TX is $1,477. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mabank cheaper than other Texas cities?

Mabank is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #198 out of 269 cities at $1,477/mo.

When was Mabank rent data last updated?

Mabank 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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Mabank

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Pop. 5,187·198th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Mabank, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,477/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-16.3%

vs US Median

-$488

Falling (Monthly)

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Mabank · $1,477

More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

32% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,477/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$59,000/yr

Local median income

$54,889/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$840

2 BR

$977

3 BR

$1,230

Research median

$977/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

$17,724/yr

At $1,477/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -16.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mabank, TX is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,187

Median income

$54,889

Median age

33.1

Renters

56.2%

Age distribution

30%

23.4%

27.3%

Under 1830%

18–3423.4%

35–5427.3%

55–647.3%

65+12%

Gender

45.5%

54.5%

Male45.5%

Female54.5%

Race & ethnicity

90.6%

White90.6%

Black3.1%

Hispanic6.2%

Asian0.8%

Education (25+)

33.5%

35.8%

22.1%

No HS diploma8.6%

HS diploma33.5%

Some college35.8%

Bachelor's+22.1%

Housing tenure

43.8%

56.2%

Owner43.8%

Renter56.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mabank, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$45,091 → $54,889

up 21.7%

Population

3,468 → 5,187

up 49.6%

Renter share

56.5% → 56.2%

-0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

16.8% → 22.1%

+5.3 pts

Median age

35.6 → 33.1

-2.5 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $54,889 today, compared with $45,091 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 3,468 to 5,187 between 2021 and 2024, a 49.6% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.8% to 22.1%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mabank on your salary?

At $1,477/mo, how Mabank rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Mabank rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mabank, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mabank is $1,477/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $977/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $840/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,230/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($54,889/yr), Mabank ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mabank an affordable city for renters?

Mabank is considered moderate for renters. At $1,477/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($54,889/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mabank slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Mabank?

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 $1,477/mo in Mabank. The local median household income is $54,889/yr, meaning the typical Mabank household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mabank?

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

How does Mabank rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Mabank is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #198 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,477/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mabank?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mabank ($1,477/mo): Athens ($1,168/mo), Kemp ($1,213/mo).

What percentage of Mabank residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.2% of Mabank households are renters, while 43.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Mabank has a strong rental market.