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Rockport

Pop. 10,683·222nd most expensive in Texas·Rockport rents have dropped 20.2%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,358/mo
Year-over-Year
-20.2%
Month-over-Month
-3.4%
vs US Median
-$607
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Rockport · $1,358
More affordable than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
23% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,358/mo, rent takes about 23% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$54,000/yr
Local median income
$72,174/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rockport's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,080
1 BR
$1,080
2 BR
$1,420
3 BR
$1,850
4 BR+
$2,120
Research median
$1,420/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
$16,296/yr
At $1,358/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 20.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-20.2% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockport, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,683
Median income
$72,174
Median age
51.2
Renters
28.6%
Age distribution
12.5%
20%
23.3%
13.8%
30.3%
Under 1812.5%
18–3420%
35–5423.3%
55–6413.8%
65+30.3%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
83.8%
17.3%
White83.8%
Black2.3%
Hispanic17.3%
Asian1.7%
Education (25+)
21.7%
32.9%
40.6%
No HS diploma4.8%
HS diploma21.7%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+40.6%
Housing tenure
71.4%
28.6%
Owner71.4%
Renter28.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockport, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$62,103 → $72,174
up 16.2%
Population
10,264 → 10,683
up 4.1%
Renter share
22.5% → 28.6%
+6.1 pts
Bachelor's+
36.9% → 40.6%
+3.7 pts

Household income in the area moved from $62,103 to $72,174 across the same window, up 16.2% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 10,264 to 10,683 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.1% change. About 28.6% of households rent today, against 22.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 36.9% to 40.6%.

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About renting in Rockport, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockport is $1,358/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,080/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,850/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($72,174/yr), Rockport ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 20.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockport an affordable city for renters?

Rockport is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,358/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($72,174/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockport falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,358/mo in Rockport. The local median household income is $72,174/yr, meaning the typical Rockport household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockport?

Rent in Rockport has decreased 20.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Rockport rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Rockport is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #222 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,358/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockport?

Ingleside is nearby and more affordable at $1,247/mo, which is $111 less than Rockport.

What percentage of Rockport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.6% of Rockport households are renters, while 71.4% are owner-occupied. Rockport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockport rent compare to the national average?

Rockport's median rent of $1,358/mo is $607 (31%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #222 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,358/mo, rent takes ~23% of Rockport's median household income ($72,174/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rockport 23%Benchmark 30%
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