How much does it cost to rent in Texas City, TX?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Texas City, TX is $1,342. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Texas City cheaper than other Texas cities?

Texas City is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #225 out of 269 cities at $1,342/mo.

When was Texas City rent data last updated?

Texas City 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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Texas City

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Pop. 55,364·225th most expensive in Texas·Texas City rents have dropped 17.5%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,342/mo

Year-over-Year

-17.5%

Month-over-Month

-10.5%

vs US Median

-$623

Falling (Monthly)

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Texas City · $1,342

More affordable than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Texas City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,342/mo

Expected by trend

$1,530/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,090

1 BR

$1,135

2 BR

$1,360

3 BR

$1,815

4 BR+

$2,285

Research median

$1,360/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

$16,104/yr

At $1,342/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 17.5% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-17.5% YoY, -10.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Texas City, TX is majority owner-occupied, 20% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

55,364

Median income

$68,776

Median age

36.6

Renters

43.5%

Age distribution

22.8%

25.2%

24.4%

16.1%

Under 1822.8%

18–3425.2%

35–5424.4%

55–6411.5%

65+16.1%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

46%

26.5%

31.9%

White46%

Black26.5%

Hispanic31.9%

Asian1.5%

Education (25+)

13.7%

30.1%

36.2%

20%

No HS diploma13.7%

HS diploma30.1%

Some college36.2%

Bachelor's+20%

Housing tenure

56.5%

43.5%

Owner56.5%

Renter43.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Texas City, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,220 → $1,342

up 10.0%

Income

$56,906 → $68,776

up 20.9%

Population

52,097 → 55,364

up 6.3%

Renter share

46% → 43.5%

-2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

17.2% → 20%

+2.8 pts

Median age

34.7 → 36.6

+1.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Texas City, TX has increased from $1,220 to $1,342, a 10.0% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $56,906 in 2021 to $68,776 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 6.3% since 2021, moving from about 52,097 residents to roughly 55,364. Renters now make up 43.5% of households, compared with 46% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 20% of adults here, versus 17.2% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Texas City, TX market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Texas City on your salary?

At $1,342/mo, how Texas City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 24.2% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 9.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Texas City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Texas City, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Texas City is $1,342/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,135/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,815/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($68,776/yr), Texas City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 17.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Texas City an affordable city for renters?

Texas City is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,342/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($68,776/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Texas City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Texas City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $54,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,342/mo in Texas City. The local median household income is $68,776/yr, meaning the typical Texas City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Texas City?

Rent in Texas City has decreased 17.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Texas City neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Texas City are 77590 ($1,274/mo), and 77591 ($1,600/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Texas City is $1,342/mo.

How does Texas City rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Texas City is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #225 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,342/mo.

What percentage of Texas City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.5% of Texas City households are renters, while 56.5% are owner-occupied. Texas City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Texas City rent compare to the national average?

Texas City's median rent of $1,342/mo is $623 (32%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #225 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,342/mo, rent takes ~23% of Texas City's median household income ($68,776/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Texas City 23%Benchmark 30%

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