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Tyler

Pop. 109,215·216th most expensive in Texas·Tyler rents are up 6.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,372/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.7%
vs US Median
-$593
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Tyler · $1,372
More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Tyler's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,372/mo
Expected by trend
$1,416/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,030
1 BR
$1,113
2 BR
$1,368
3 BR
$1,815
4 BR+
$2,075
Research median
$1,368/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
$16,464/yr
At $1,372/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tyler, TX is majority owner-occupied, 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
109,215
Median income
$67,486
Median age
35
Renters
44.6%
Age distribution
23.3%
26.7%
22.7%
17%
Under 1823.3%
18–3426.7%
35–5422.7%
55–6410.3%
65+17%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
58.6%
22.3%
23.7%
White58.6%
Black22.3%
Hispanic23.7%
Asian2.7%
Education (25+)
12%
22.6%
33.9%
31.4%
No HS diploma12%
HS diploma22.6%
Some college33.9%
Bachelor's+31.4%
Housing tenure
55.4%
44.6%
Owner55.4%
Renter44.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tyler, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,056 → $1,372
up 29.9%
Income
$58,385 → $67,486
up 15.6%
Population
104,945 → 109,215
up 4.1%
Renter share
46.1% → 44.6%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
30.2% → 31.4%
+1.2 pts

Five years ago, renters in Tyler, TX paid around $1,056 a month. That figure now sits near $1,372, up 29.9% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Tyler, TX now reports about $67,486, up from $58,385 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Tyler, TX adding about 4,270 residents over the five-year window, up 4.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 46.1% to 44.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Tyler, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

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At $1,372/mo, how Tyler rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Tyler rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tyler, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tyler is $1,372/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,368/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,113/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,815/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($67,486/yr), Tyler ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tyler an affordable city for renters?

Tyler is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,372/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($67,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tyler falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Tyler?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,372/mo in Tyler. The local median household income is $67,486/yr, meaning the typical Tyler household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tyler?

Rent in Tyler has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Tyler neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tyler are 75702 ($1,282/mo), 75703 ($1,323/mo), and 75701 ($1,523/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tyler is $1,372/mo.

How does Tyler rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Tyler is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #216 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,372/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tyler?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tyler ($1,372/mo): Kilgore ($1,141/mo), Liberty City ($1,150/mo), Longview ($1,176/mo).

What percentage of Tyler residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.6% of Tyler households are renters, while 55.4% are owner-occupied. Tyler leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tyler rent compare to the national average?

Tyler's median rent of $1,372/mo is $593 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #216 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,372/mo, rent takes ~24% of Tyler's median household income ($67,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tyler 24%Benchmark 30%
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