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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mansfield, TX is $1,732. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mansfield cheaper than other Texas cities?

Mansfield falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #109 out of 269 cities at $1,732/mo.

When was Mansfield rent data last updated?

Mansfield 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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Mansfield

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Pop. 77,510·109th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Mansfield, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,732/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

-$233

Rising (Monthly)

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Mansfield · $1,732

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Mansfield's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,732/mo

Expected by trend

$1,950/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,670

1 BR

$1,780

2 BR

$2,080

3 BR

$2,750

4 BR+

$3,360

Research median

$2,080/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

$20,784/yr

At $1,732/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.1% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mansfield, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

77,510

Median income

$121,126

Median age

36.4

Renters

28.5%

Age distribution

28.4%

19.3%

29.8%

Under 1828.4%

18–3419.3%

35–5429.8%

55–6411.3%

65+11.3%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

54%

24.2%

17.8%

White54%

Black24.2%

Hispanic17.8%

Asian4.7%

Education (25+)

19.8%

32.8%

42.5%

No HS diploma4.9%

HS diploma19.8%

Some college32.8%

Bachelor's+42.5%

Housing tenure

71.5%

28.5%

Owner71.5%

Renter28.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Mansfield, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,437 → $1,732

up 20.5%

Income

$105,579 → $121,126

up 14.7%

Population

71,375 → 77,510

up 8.6%

Renter share

23.7% → 28.5%

+4.8 pts

Bachelor's+

40.3% → 42.5%

+2.2 pts

Median age

37.5 → 36.4

-1.1 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Mansfield, TX has shifted from $1,437 to $1,732, up 20.5% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Mansfield, TX now reports about $121,126, up from $105,579 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Mansfield, TX adding about 6,135 residents over the five-year window, up 8.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 23.7% to 28.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40.3% to 42.5% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Mansfield, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mansfield on your salary?

At $1,732/mo, how Mansfield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 22.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 30% income

stretched

By apartment size

Mansfield rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mansfield, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mansfield is $1,732/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,750/mo.

At 17% of local median household income ($121,126/yr), Mansfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mansfield an affordable city for renters?

Mansfield is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,732/mo, rent takes approximately 17% of the local median household income ($121,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mansfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Mansfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,732/mo in Mansfield. The local median household income is $121,126/yr, meaning the typical Mansfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mansfield?

Rent in Mansfield has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Mansfield rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Mansfield is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #109 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,732/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mansfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mansfield ($1,732/mo): Arlington ($1,546/mo), Alvarado ($1,582/mo), Kennedale ($1,666/mo).

What percentage of Mansfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.5% of Mansfield households are renters, while 71.5% are owner-occupied. Mansfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Mansfield rent compare to the national average?

Mansfield's median rent of $1,732/mo is $233 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #109 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

17%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,732/mo, rent takes ~17% of Mansfield's median household income ($121,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mansfield 17%Benchmark 30%

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