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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Weslaco, TX is $1,094. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Weslaco cheaper than other Texas cities?

Weslaco is among the more affordable cities in Texas, ranking #264 out of 269 cities at $1,094/mo.

When was Weslaco rent data last updated?

Weslaco 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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Weslaco

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Pop. 42,229·264th most expensive in Texas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,094/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.0%

Month-over-Month

-0.5%

vs US Median

-$871

Stable (Monthly)

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Weslaco · $1,094

More affordable than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

22% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,094/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$44,000/yr

Local median income

$59,551/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$790

1 BR

$795

2 BR

$990

3 BR

$1,285

4 BR+

$1,425

Research median

$990/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

$13,128/yr

At $1,094/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (5.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.0% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Weslaco, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

42,229

Median income

$59,551

Median age

31.1

Renters

43.6%

Age distribution

30.2%

24%

25.2%

14%

Under 1830.2%

18–3424%

35–5425.2%

55–646.6%

65+14%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

39.6%

87.9%

White39.6%

Black0.7%

Hispanic87.9%

Education (25+)

22.6%

27%

27.3%

23.2%

No HS diploma22.6%

HS diploma27%

Some college27.3%

Bachelor's+23.2%

Housing tenure

56.4%

43.6%

Owner56.4%

Renter43.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Weslaco, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,029 → $1,094

up 6.3%

Income

$49,767 → $59,551

up 19.7%

Population

40,393 → 42,229

up 4.5%

Renter share

41.4% → 43.6%

+2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

23.5% → 23.2%

-0.3 pts

Median age

29.4 → 31.1

+1.7 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Weslaco, TX has increased from $1,029 to $1,094, a 6.3% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $49,767 in 2021 to $59,551 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 4.5% since 2021, moving from about 40,393 residents to roughly 42,229. Renters now make up 43.6% of households, compared with 41.4% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Weslaco, TX market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Weslaco on your salary?

At $1,094/mo, how Weslaco rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 9.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 7.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 23.4% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

By apartment size

Weslaco rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Weslaco, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Weslaco is $1,094/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $790/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $795/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,285/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($59,551/yr), Weslaco ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Weslaco an affordable city for renters?

Weslaco is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,094/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($59,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Weslaco falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Weslaco?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $44,000/year (~$21/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,094/mo in Weslaco. The local median household income is $59,551/yr, meaning the typical Weslaco household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Weslaco?

Rent in Weslaco has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Weslaco neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Weslaco are 78599 ($992/mo), and 78596 ($1,110/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Weslaco is $1,094/mo.

How does Weslaco rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Weslaco is one of the more affordable cities in Texas for rent, ranking #264 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,094/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Weslaco?

Edinburg is nearby and more affordable at $1,019/mo, which is $75 less than Weslaco.

What percentage of Weslaco residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.6% of Weslaco households are renters, while 56.4% are owner-occupied. Weslaco leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Weslaco rent compare to the national average?

Weslaco's median rent of $1,094/mo is $871 (44%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #264 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,094/mo, rent takes ~22% of Weslaco's median household income ($59,551/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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