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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rockwall, TX is $1,794. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rockwall cheaper than other Texas cities?

Rockwall is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #89 out of 269 cities tracked at $1,794/mo.

When was Rockwall rent data last updated?

Rockwall rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Rockwall a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Rockwall is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Rockwall

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Pop. 51,168·89th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Rockwall, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,794/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.5%

Month-over-Month

-3.4%

vs US Median

-$171

Falling (Monthly)

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Rockwall · $1,794

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

76/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Rockwall's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,794/mo

Expected by trend

$2,058/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,750

1 BR

$1,835

2 BR

$2,155

3 BR

$2,700

4 BR+

$3,465

Research median

$2,155/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

$21,528/yr

At $1,794/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockwall, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 48.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

51,168

Median income

$115,580

Median age

39.5

Renters

27.5%

Age distribution

24.3%

19.7%

29.1%

15.8%

Under 1824.3%

18–3419.7%

35–5429.1%

55–6411.1%

65+15.8%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

69.6%

15.8%

White69.6%

Black10.9%

Hispanic15.8%

Asian4.6%

Education (25+)

18.6%

28.8%

48.6%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma18.6%

Some college28.8%

Bachelor's+48.6%

Housing tenure

72.5%

27.5%

Owner72.5%

Renter27.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockwall, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,518 → $1,794

up 18.2%

Income

$107,301 → $115,580

up 7.7%

Population

46,150 → 51,168

up 10.9%

Renter share

23.4% → 27.5%

+4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

47.5% → 48.6%

+1.1 pts

Median age

38.3 → 39.5

+1.2 yrs

Rent in Rockwall, TX has increased 18.2% since 2021, going from about $1,518 per month to roughly $1,794 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $107,301 in 2021 to $115,580 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 46,150 to 51,168 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.9% change. About 27.5% of households rent today, against 23.4% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Rockwall, TX market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rockwall on your salary?

At $1,794/mo, how Rockwall rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 34.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

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By apartment size

Rockwall rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rockwall, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockwall is $1,794/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,750/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,155/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,835/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($115,580/yr), Rockwall ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockwall an affordable city for renters?

Rockwall is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,794/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($115,580/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockwall falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockwall?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,794/mo in Rockwall. The local median household income is $115,580/yr, meaning the typical Rockwall household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockwall?

Rent in Rockwall has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Rockwall neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Rockwall are 75032 ($1,796/mo), and 75087 ($2,088/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Rockwall is $1,794/mo.

How does Rockwall rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Rockwall is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #89 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,794/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockwall?

Rowlett is nearby and more affordable at $1,668/mo, which is $126 less than Rockwall.

What percentage of Rockwall residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.5% of Rockwall households are renters, while 72.5% are owner-occupied. Rockwall leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.