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Seabrook

Pop. 13,768·78th most expensive in Texas·Seabrook rents are up 5.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,843/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.4%
Month-over-Month
+9.2%
vs US Median
-$119
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Seabrook · $1,843
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
22% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,843/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$102,726/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Seabrook's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,059
1 BR
$1,402
2 BR
$1,691
4 BR+
$2,955
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,691/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,843 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,116/yr
At $1,843/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.4% YoY, +9.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Seabrook, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,768
Median income
$102,726
Median age
42.2
Renters
33.7%
Age distribution
19.5%
21.9%
29.1%
16.3%
13.2%
Under 1819.5%
18–3421.9%
35–5429.1%
55–6416.3%
65+13.2%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
71%
20.6%
White71%
Black6.3%
Hispanic20.6%
Asian5.8%
Education (25+)
15.2%
34.2%
40.8%
No HS diploma9.8%
HS diploma15.2%
Some college34.2%
Bachelor's+40.8%
Housing tenure
66.3%
33.7%
Owner66.3%
Renter33.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Seabrook, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$94,967 → $102,726
up 8.2%
Population
13,487 → 13,768
up 2.1%
Renter share
45.1% → 33.7%
-11.4 pts
Bachelor's+
38.4% → 40.8%
+2.4 pts
Median age
34 → 42.2
+8.2 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $94,967 to $102,726 across the same window, up 8.2% versus 2021. The population has grown by 2.1% since 2021, moving from about 13,487 residents to roughly 13,768. Renters now make up 33.7% of households, compared with 45.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 40.8% of adults here, versus 38.4% in 2021.

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At $1,843/mo, how Seabrook rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Seabrook rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Seabrook, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Seabrook is $1,843/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,059/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,691/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,402/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($102,726/yr), Seabrook ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Seabrook an affordable city for renters?

Seabrook is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,843/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($102,726/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Seabrook falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Seabrook?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,843/mo in Seabrook. The local median household income is $102,726/yr, meaning the typical Seabrook household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Seabrook?

Rent in Seabrook has increased 5.4% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Seabrook rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Seabrook is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #78 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,843/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Seabrook?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Seabrook ($1,843/mo): Webster ($1,354/mo), Kemah ($1,522/mo), Dickinson ($1,583/mo).

What percentage of Seabrook residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.7% of Seabrook households are renters, while 66.3% are owner-occupied. Seabrook leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Seabrook rent compare to the national average?

Seabrook's median rent of $1,843/mo is $119 (6%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #78 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
22%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,843/mo, rent takes ~22% of Seabrook's median household income ($102,726/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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