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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Taylor, TX is $2,098. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Taylor cheaper than other Texas cities?

Taylor is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #33 out of 269 cities tracked at $2,098/mo.

When was Taylor rent data last updated?

Taylor 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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Taylor

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Pop. 17,136·33rd most expensive in Texas·Taylor rents are up 17.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,098/mo

Year-over-Year

+17.7%

Month-over-Month

+3.0%

vs US Median

+$133

Rising (Monthly)

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Taylor · $2,098

More expensive than 64% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

33% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,098/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$84,000/yr

Local median income

$75,508/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,370

1 BR

$1,480

2 BR

$1,740

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,560

Research median

$1,740/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

$25,176/yr

At $2,098/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 17.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+17.7% YoY, +3.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Taylor, TX is majority owner-occupied, 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,136

Median income

$75,508

Median age

41.1

Renters

25.4%

Age distribution

21.4%

20.2%

27.1%

12.4%

18.9%

Under 1821.4%

18–3420.2%

35–5427.1%

55–6412.4%

65+18.9%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

57.4%

44.9%

White57.4%

Black7.4%

Hispanic44.9%

Education (25+)

15%

35%

29.7%

20.4%

No HS diploma15%

HS diploma35%

Some college29.7%

Bachelor's+20.4%

Housing tenure

74.6%

25.4%

Owner74.6%

Renter25.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Taylor, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$60,629 → $75,508

up 24.5%

Population

16,154 → 17,136

up 6.1%

Renter share

30.5% → 25.4%

-5.1 pts

Bachelor's+

14.9% → 20.4%

+5.5 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Taylor, TX now reports about $75,508, up from $60,629 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 16,154 to 17,136 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.1% change. About 25.4% of households rent today, against 30.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 14.9% to 20.4%.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Taylor on your salary?

At $2,098/mo, how Taylor rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 40.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Taylor rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Taylor, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Taylor is $2,098/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($75,508/yr), Taylor ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Taylor an affordable city for renters?

Taylor is considered moderate for renters. At $2,098/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($75,508/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Taylor slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Taylor?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $84,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,098/mo in Taylor. The local median household income is $75,508/yr, meaning the typical Taylor household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Taylor?

Rent in Taylor has increased 17.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Taylor rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Taylor is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #33 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,098/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Taylor?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Taylor ($2,098/mo): Manor ($1,645/mo), Pflugerville ($1,699/mo), Round Rock ($1,713/mo).

What percentage of Taylor residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of Taylor households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. Taylor leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.