4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Waco, TX
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Waco, Texas as of July 2026. That's +36% higher than the citywide median of $1,369 and +26% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Waco
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Waco
Compare Waco's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $4,560 |
| 2 | Argyle | $4,560 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $4,450 |
| 4 | Prosper | $4,300 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $4,230 |
| 6 | Aledo | $4,130 |
| 7 | Justin | $4,030 |
| 8 | Lavon | $3,980 |
| 9 | Bellaire | $3,850 |
| 10 | Fresno | $3,840 |
| 11 | Royse City | $3,830 |
| 12 | Haslet | $3,830 |
| 13 | Celina | $3,770 |
| 14 | Grapevine | $3,710 |
| 15 | Lakeway | $3,680 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Waco.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Waco |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hewitt, TX | 6.5 mi | $2,390 | +$524 (+28%) |
| Woodway, TX | 7 mi | $2,130 | +$264 (+14%) |
| Temple, TX | 32.7 mi | $2,063 | +$197 (+11%) |
| Belton, TX | 41.1 mi | $2,050 | +$184 (+10%) |
| Gatesville, TX | 41.9 mi | $1,740 | $-126 (-7%) |
| Nolanville, TX | 44.4 mi | $1,950 | +$84 (+5%) |
| Harker Heights, TX | 47.5 mi | $1,910 | +$44 (+2%) |
| Killeen, TX | 51.1 mi | $1,965 | +$99 (+5%) |
| Cleburne, TX | 56 mi | $2,345 | +$479 (+26%) |
| Corsicana, TX | 57.6 mi | $1,550 | $-316 (-17%) |
| Jarrell, TX | 58.6 mi | $2,960 | +$1,094 (+59%) |
| Copperas Cove, TX | 60 mi | $1,840 | $-26 (-1%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Waco — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Waco?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Waco, Texas is $1,866 per month. This is +36% higher than the citywide median of $1,369.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Waco?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $74,640 ($6,220/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Waco expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Waco's 4+ bedroom median of $1,866 is +26% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 23th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Waco rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 246 cities in Texas with 4+ bedroom data, Waco ranks #46 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Waco?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Gatesville ($1,740), Corsicana ($1,550), Copperas Cove ($1,840).