How much does it cost to rent in Spring Branch, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Spring Branch, TX is $1,650. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Spring Branch cheaper than other Texas cities?

Spring Branch falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #140 out of 269 cities at $1,650/mo.

When was Spring Branch rent data last updated?

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

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Spring Branch

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Pop. 243·140th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Spring Branch, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,650/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+4.4%

vs US Median

-$315

Rising (Monthly)

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Spring Branch · $1,650

More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

12% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,650/mo, rent takes about 12% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$66,000/yr

Local median income

$162,944/yr

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

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,800/yr

At $1,650/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Spring Branch, TX is majority renter-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

243

Median income

$162,944

Median age

49.4

Renters

58.2%

Age distribution

12.3%

17.3%

53.1%

12.8%

Under 1812.3%

18–3417.3%

35–5453.1%

55–644.5%

65+12.8%

Gender

39.5%

60.5%

Male39.5%

Female60.5%

Race & ethnicity

96.7%

White96.7%

Hispanic4.9%

Education (25+)

42%

42.6%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma42%

Some college6.8%

Bachelor's+42.6%

Housing tenure

41.8%

58.2%

Owner41.8%

Renter58.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Spring Branch, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$140,333 → $162,944

up 16.1%

Population

154 → 243

up 57.8%

Renter share

57.7% → 58.2%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

40.9% → 42.6%

+1.7 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $140,333 in 2021 to $162,944 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 154 to 243 between 2021 and 2024, a 57.8% change.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Spring Branch on your salary?

At $1,650/mo, how Spring Branch rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 21.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

Local insights

Tips for renters in Spring Branch

About renting in Spring Branch, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Spring Branch is $1,650/mo as of July 2026.

At 12% of local median household income ($162,944/yr), Spring Branch ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Spring Branch an affordable city for renters?

Spring Branch is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,650/mo, rent takes approximately 12% of the local median household income ($162,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Spring Branch falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Spring Branch?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,650/mo in Spring Branch. The local median household income is $162,944/yr, meaning the typical Spring Branch household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Spring Branch?

Rent in Spring Branch has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Spring Branch rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Spring Branch is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #140 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,650/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Spring Branch?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Spring Branch ($1,650/mo): Selma ($1,314/mo), Boerne ($1,485/mo).

What percentage of Spring Branch residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.2% of Spring Branch households are renters, while 41.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Spring Branch has a strong rental market.

How does Spring Branch rent compare to the national average?

Spring Branch's median rent of $1,650/mo is $315 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #140 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

12%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,650/mo, rent takes ~12% of Spring Branch's median household income ($162,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Spring Branch 12%Benchmark 30%

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