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Shenandoah

Pop. 3,705·82nd most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Shenandoah, TX
Median rent (all units)
$1,820/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.2%
Month-over-Month
+7.3%
vs US Median
-$142
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Shenandoah · $1,820
More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,820/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$61,833/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Shenandoah's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR
$1,336
2 BR
$1,615
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,615/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,820 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$21,840/yr
At $1,820/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.2% YoY, +7.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Shenandoah, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 50% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,705
Median income
$61,833
Median age
60.7
Renters
45%
Age distribution
19.2%
19.4%
45.2%
Under 187.1%
18–349.1%
35–5419.2%
55–6419.4%
65+45.2%
Gender
46.6%
53.4%
Male46.6%
Female53.4%
Race & ethnicity
75.1%
15.7%
White75.1%
Black1.3%
Hispanic15.7%
Asian10.1%
Education (25+)
18.5%
29.5%
50%
No HS diploma2%
HS diploma18.5%
Some college29.5%
Bachelor's+50%
Housing tenure
55%
45%
Owner55%
Renter45%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Shenandoah, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$52,140 → $61,833
up 18.6%
Population
3,350 → 3,705
up 10.6%
Renter share
42.5% → 45%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
38.6% → 50%
+11.4 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Shenandoah, TX now reports about $61,833, up from $52,140 in 2021. The population has grown by 10.6% since 2021, moving from about 3,350 residents to roughly 3,705. Renters now make up 45% of households, compared with 42.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 50% of adults here, versus 38.6% in 2021.

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Shenandoah rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Shenandoah, TX

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Shenandoah is $1,820/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,615/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,336/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($61,833/yr), Shenandoah ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Shenandoah an affordable city for renters?

Shenandoah is considered moderate for renters. At $1,820/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($61,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Shenandoah slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Shenandoah?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,820/mo in Shenandoah. The local median household income is $61,833/yr, meaning the typical Shenandoah household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Shenandoah?

Rent in Shenandoah has decreased 4.2% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Shenandoah rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Shenandoah is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #82 out of 267 tracked cities at $1,820/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Shenandoah?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Shenandoah ($1,820/mo): Conroe ($1,579/mo), Tomball ($1,764/mo), Porter ($1,778/mo).

What percentage of Shenandoah residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45% of Shenandoah households are renters, while 55% are owner-occupied. Shenandoah leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Shenandoah rent compare to the national average?

Shenandoah's median rent of $1,820/mo is $142 (7%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #82 out of 267 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,820/mo, rent takes ~35% of Shenandoah's median household income ($61,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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