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

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Robinson, TX is $1,925. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Robinson cheaper than other Texas cities?

Robinson is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #64 out of 263 cities tracked at $1,925/mo.

When was Robinson rent data last updated?

Robinson rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Robinson

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Pop. 12,800·64th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Robinson, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,925/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.7%

Month-over-Month

+5.8%

vs US Median

-$40

Rising (Monthly)

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Robinson · $1,925

More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

23% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,925/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$77,000/yr

Local median income

$99,289/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$995

1 BR

$762

2 BR

$978

3 BR

$1,665

4 BR+

$1,458

Research median

$978/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$23,100/yr

At $1,925/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.7% YoY, +5.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Robinson, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 22% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,800

Median income

$99,289

Median age

35.1

Renters

21.1%

Age distribution

27.8%

22.2%

25%

14.6%

Under 1827.8%

18–3422.2%

35–5425%

55–6410.6%

65+14.6%

Gender

52.5%

47.5%

Male52.5%

Female47.5%

Race & ethnicity

70.8%

29.9%

White70.8%

Black6.7%

Hispanic29.9%

Education (25+)

34.2%

34.1%

22%

No HS diploma9.7%

HS diploma34.2%

Some college34.1%

Bachelor's+22%

Housing tenure

78.9%

21.1%

Owner78.9%

Renter21.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Robinson, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$87,282 → $99,289

up 13.8%

Population

12,336 → 12,800

up 3.8%

Renter share

19.8% → 21.1%

+1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

23.3% → 22%

-1.3 pts

Median age

37.5 → 35.1

-2.4 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $87,282 to $99,289 across the same window, up 13.8% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 12,336 to 12,800 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.8% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Robinson on your salary?

At $1,925/mo, how Robinson rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 41.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Robinson rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Robinson

About renting in Robinson, TX

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Robinson is $1,925/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $995/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $978/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $762/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,665/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($99,289/yr), Robinson ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Robinson an affordable city for renters?

Robinson is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,925/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($99,289/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Robinson falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Robinson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,925/mo in Robinson. The local median household income is $99,289/yr, meaning the typical Robinson household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Robinson?

Rent in Robinson has increased 2.7% over the past year as of June 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Robinson rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Robinson is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #64 out of 263 tracked cities at $1,925/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Robinson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Robinson ($1,925/mo): Lacy-Lakeview ($1,259/mo), Waco ($1,369/mo), Temple ($1,428/mo).

What percentage of Robinson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.1% of Robinson households are renters, while 78.9% are owner-occupied. Robinson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.