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Northlake

Pop. 8,283·54th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Northlake, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,970/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-0.1%
vs US Median
+$5
Stable (Monthly)
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Northlake · $1,970
More expensive than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
19% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,970/mo, rent takes about 19% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$79,000/yr
Local median income
$123,469/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Northlake's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,649
2 BR
$1,760
3 BR
$1,796
Research median
$1,760/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,640/yr
At $1,970/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Northlake, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 52.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,283
Median income
$123,469
Median age
32.6
Renters
38.1%
Age distribution
31.1%
24.9%
28.3%
Under 1831.1%
18–3424.9%
35–5428.3%
55–649.4%
65+6.3%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
61.4%
15.7%
White61.4%
Black9.3%
Hispanic15.7%
Asian9.5%
Other4.1%
Education (25+)
20.3%
24.6%
52.6%
No HS diploma2.5%
HS diploma20.3%
Some college24.6%
Bachelor's+52.6%
Housing tenure
61.9%
38.1%
Owner61.9%
Renter38.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Northlake, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$96,056 → $123,469
up 28.5%
Population
5,294 → 8,283
up 56.5%
Renter share
49.6% → 38.1%
-11.5 pts
Bachelor's+
48% → 52.6%
+4.6 pts
Median age
30.9 → 32.6
+1.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Northlake, TX now reports about $123,469, up from $96,056 in 2021. Census counts show Northlake, TX adding about 2,989 residents over the five-year window, up 56.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 49.6% to 38.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 48% to 52.6% across the same window.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Northlake is $1,970/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,649/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,796/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($123,469/yr), Northlake ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Northlake an affordable city for renters?

Northlake is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,970/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($123,469/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Northlake falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Northlake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $79,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,970/mo in Northlake. The local median household income is $123,469/yr, meaning the typical Northlake household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Northlake?

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

How does Northlake rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Northlake is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #54 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,970/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Northlake?

Roanoke is nearby and more affordable at $1,612/mo, which is $358 less than Northlake.

What percentage of Northlake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.1% of Northlake households are renters, while 61.9% are owner-occupied. Northlake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Northlake rent compare to the national average?

Northlake's median rent of $1,970/mo is $5 (0%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #54 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,970/mo, rent takes ~19% of Northlake's median household income ($123,469/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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