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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Waller, TX is $1,463. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Waller cheaper than other Texas cities?

Waller is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #200 out of 269 cities at $1,463/mo.

When was Waller rent data last updated?

Waller 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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Waller

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Pop. 3,108·200th most expensive in Texas·Waller rents are up 7.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,463/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.7%

Month-over-Month

-3.4%

vs US Median

-$502

Falling (Monthly)

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Waller · $1,463

More affordable than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

44% of income

STRETCHED

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,463/mo, rent takes about 44% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$59,000/yr

Local median income

$39,969/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,040

1 BR

$1,080

2 BR

$1,300

3 BR

$1,720

4 BR+

$2,170

Research median

$1,300/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

$17,556/yr

At $1,463/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.7% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Waller, TX is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

3,108

Median income

$39,969

Median age

27.1

Renters

65.6%

Age distribution

23.2%

43.7%

16.6%

Under 1823.2%

18–3443.7%

35–5416.6%

55–649.2%

65+7.4%

Gender

40%

60%

Male40%

Female60%

Race & ethnicity

55.3%

25.7%

26.4%

White55.3%

Black25.7%

Hispanic26.4%

Education (25+)

39%

34.5%

14.6%

No HS diploma11.9%

HS diploma39%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+14.6%

Housing tenure

34.4%

65.6%

Owner34.4%

Renter65.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Waller, TX has changed in 5 years

Income

$36,964 → $39,969

up 8.1%

Population

3,337 → 3,108

down 6.9%

Renter share

63.4% → 65.6%

+2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

17% → 14.6%

-2.4 pts

Median age

25.3 → 27.1

+1.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Waller, TX now reports about $39,969, up from $36,964 in 2021. The population has contracted by 6.9% since 2021, moving from about 3,337 residents to roughly 3,108. Renters now make up 65.6% of households, compared with 63.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 14.6% of adults here, versus 17% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Waller on your salary?

At $1,463/mo, how Waller rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 26.4% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 22.9% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 10% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

Waller rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Waller, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Waller is $1,463/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,040/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,300/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,720/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($39,969/yr), Waller ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Waller an affordable city for renters?

Waller is considered stretched for renters. At $1,463/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($39,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Waller significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Waller?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,463/mo in Waller. The local median household income is $39,969/yr, meaning the typical Waller household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Waller?

Rent in Waller has increased 7.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Waller rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Waller is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #200 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,463/mo.

What percentage of Waller residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.6% of Waller households are renters, while 34.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Waller has a strong rental market.