RentDataNowRentDataNow
City Report · TX

Manvel

Pop. 14,758·35th most expensive in Texas·Manvel rents are up 6.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,084/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.3%
Month-over-Month
+4.7%
vs US Median
+$119
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss Manvel rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
Manvel · $2,084
More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
46/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Manvel's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,084/mo
Expected by trend
$2,045/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Manvel'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

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,008/yr
At $2,084/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.3% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Manvel, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,758
Median income
$118,808
Median age
36.5
Renters
18.6%
Age distribution
26.4%
20.1%
34.8%
Under 1826.4%
18–3420.1%
35–5434.8%
55–649.1%
65+9.6%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
38.2%
28.9%
20.1%
13.4%
White38.2%
Black28.9%
Hispanic20.1%
Asian13.4%
Education (25+)
24.6%
23.5%
40.7%
No HS diploma11.1%
HS diploma24.6%
Some college23.5%
Bachelor's+40.7%
Housing tenure
81.4%
18.6%
Owner81.4%
Renter18.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Manvel, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,641 → $2,084
up 27.0%
Income
$99,081 → $118,808
up 19.9%
Population
10,139 → 14,758
up 45.6%
Renter share
17% → 18.6%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
27.2% → 40.7%
+13.5 pts
Median age
35.9 → 36.5
+0.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Manvel, TX has shifted from $1,641 to $2,084, up 27.0% since 2023. Household income in the area moved from $99,081 to $118,808 across the same window, up 19.9% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Manvel, TX adding about 4,619 residents over the five-year window, up 45.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 17% to 18.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 27.2% to 40.7% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Manvel, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

Community

Discussions about Manvel

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Manvel rent history (2015–2026) →
Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Manvel on your salary?

At $2,084/mo, how Manvel rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Manvel rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Manvel

About renting in Manvel, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Manvel is $2,084/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 21% of local median household income ($118,808/yr), Manvel ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Manvel an affordable city for renters?

Manvel is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,084/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($118,808/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Manvel falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Manvel?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,084/mo in Manvel. The local median household income is $118,808/yr, meaning the typical Manvel household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Manvel?

Rent in Manvel has increased 6.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Manvel rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Manvel is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #35 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,084/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Manvel?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Manvel ($2,084/mo): Alvin ($1,710/mo), Pearland ($1,804/mo).

What percentage of Manvel residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.6% of Manvel households are renters, while 81.4% are owner-occupied. Manvel leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Manvel rent compare to the national average?

Manvel's median rent of $2,084/mo is $119 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #35 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,084/mo, rent takes ~21% of Manvel's median household income ($118,808/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Manvel 21%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Run the Manvel affordability calculator →
Lowest-rent ZIP codes in Manvel
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Neighborhoods

Estimated from ZIP-level data

Schools nearby

Public schools near Manvel, TX

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for Manvel.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.