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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Tomball, TX is $1,745. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Tomball cheaper than other Texas cities?

Tomball falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #106 out of 269 cities at $1,745/mo.

When was Tomball rent data last updated?

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

Is Tomball a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Tomball is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Pop. 13,655·106th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Tomball, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,745/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.8%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

-$220

Falling (Monthly)

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Tomball · $1,745

More affordable than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,745/mo

Expected by trend

$1,935/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,450

1 BR

$1,515

2 BR

$1,810

3 BR

$2,410

4 BR+

$3,040

Research median

$1,810/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

$20,940/yr

At $1,745/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.8% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Tomball, TX is roughly split between renters and owners, 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

13,655

Median income

$78,562

Median age

37.7

Renters

48.1%

Age distribution

23%

21.9%

25.4%

19.5%

Under 1823%

18–3421.9%

35–5425.4%

55–6410.2%

65+19.5%

Gender

46.1%

53.9%

Male46.1%

Female53.9%

Race & ethnicity

66.6%

26%

White66.6%

Black7.8%

Hispanic26%

Asian2.2%

Education (25+)

21.9%

32.6%

35.9%

No HS diploma9.6%

HS diploma21.9%

Some college32.6%

Bachelor's+35.9%

Housing tenure

51.9%

48.1%

Owner51.9%

Renter48.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tomball, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,504 → $1,745

up 16.0%

Income

$65,981 → $78,562

up 19.1%

Population

12,333 → 13,655

up 10.7%

Renter share

53.9% → 48.1%

-5.8 pts

Bachelor's+

32% → 35.9%

+3.9 pts

Rent in Tomball, TX has increased 16.0% since 2021, going from about $1,504 per month to roughly $1,745 today. Household income in the area moved from $65,981 to $78,562 across the same window, up 19.1% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 3.1 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 12,333 to 13,655 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.7% change. About 48.1% of households rent today, against 53.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 32% to 35.9%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Tomball, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Tomball on your salary?

At $1,745/mo, how Tomball rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 22.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 12% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Tomball rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tomball, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tomball is $1,745/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,515/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,410/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($78,562/yr), Tomball ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tomball an affordable city for renters?

Tomball is considered affordable for renters. At $1,745/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($78,562/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tomball falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tomball?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,745/mo in Tomball. The local median household income is $78,562/yr, meaning the typical Tomball household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tomball?

Rent in Tomball has decreased 0.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Tomball neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tomball are 77375 ($1,707/mo), and 77377 ($1,737/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tomball is $1,745/mo.

How does Tomball rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Tomball is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #106 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,745/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tomball?

Jersey Village is nearby and more affordable at $1,264/mo, which is $481 less than Tomball.

What percentage of Tomball residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.1% of Tomball households are renters, while 51.9% are owner-occupied. Tomball leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tomball rent compare to the national average?

Tomball's median rent of $1,745/mo is $220 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #106 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,745/mo, rent takes ~27% of Tomball's median household income ($78,562/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tomball 27%Benchmark 30%

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