How much does it cost to rent in Sugar Land, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sugar Land, TX is $2,065. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sugar Land cheaper than other Texas cities?

Sugar Land is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #38 out of 269 cities tracked at $2,065/mo.

When was Sugar Land rent data last updated?

Sugar Land 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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Sugar Land

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Pop. 110,016·38th most expensive in Texas·Sugar Land rents are up 5.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,065/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.6%

Month-over-Month

+3.0%

vs US Median

+$100

Rising (Monthly)

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Sugar Land · $2,065

More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Sugar Land's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,065/mo

Expected by trend

$2,028/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,720

1 BR

$1,793

2 BR

$2,140

3 BR

$2,853

4 BR+

$3,597

Research median

$2,140/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

$24,780/yr

At $2,065/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.6% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sugar Land, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 63% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

110,016

Median income

$136,217

Median age

42.8

Renters

19.7%

Age distribution

22.9%

16.3%

28.5%

13%

19.3%

Under 1822.9%

18–3416.3%

35–5428.5%

55–6413%

65+19.3%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

39.6%

13.3%

38.7%

White39.6%

Black7.5%

Hispanic13.3%

Asian38.7%

Other0.9%

Education (25+)

12.7%

19.7%

63%

No HS diploma4.6%

HS diploma12.7%

Some college19.7%

Bachelor's+63%

Housing tenure

80.3%

19.7%

Owner80.3%

Renter19.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sugar Land, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,586 → $2,065

up 30.2%

Income

$123,733 → $136,217

up 10.1%

Population

110,272 → 110,016

down 0.2%

Renter share

19.1% → 19.7%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

60.3% → 63%

+2.7 pts

Median age

42 → 42.8

+0.8 yrs

The median rent in Sugar Land, TX stood at $1,586 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,065, reflecting a 30.2% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $123,733 to $136,217 across the same window, up 10.1% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 63% of adults here, versus 60.3% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Sugar Land, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sugar Land on your salary?

At $2,065/mo, how Sugar Land rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 18.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Sugar Land rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Sugar Land, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sugar Land is $2,065/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,720/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,793/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,853/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($136,217/yr), Sugar Land ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar Land an affordable city for renters?

Sugar Land is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,065/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($136,217/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sugar Land falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Sugar Land?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,065/mo in Sugar Land. The local median household income is $136,217/yr, meaning the typical Sugar Land household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sugar Land?

Rent in Sugar Land has increased 5.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Sugar Land neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Sugar Land are 77498 ($1,898/mo), 77478 ($1,902/mo), and 77479 ($2,208/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Sugar Land is $2,065/mo.

How does Sugar Land rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Sugar Land is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #38 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,065/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sugar Land?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sugar Land ($2,065/mo): Stafford ($1,548/mo), Pecan Grove ($1,648/mo), Richmond ($1,788/mo).

What percentage of Sugar Land residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.7% of Sugar Land households are renters, while 80.3% are owner-occupied. Sugar Land leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sugar Land rent compare to the national average?

Sugar Land's median rent of $2,065/mo is $100 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #38 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

18%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,065/mo, rent takes ~18% of Sugar Land's median household income ($136,217/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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