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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Willis, TX is $1,759. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Willis cheaper than other Texas cities?

Willis falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #100 out of 269 cities at $1,759/mo.

When was Willis rent data last updated?

Willis 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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Willis

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Pop. 6,878·100th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Willis, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,759/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

-$206

Falling (Monthly)

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Willis · $1,759

More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Willis's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,759/mo

Expected by trend

$1,836/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,140

1 BR

$1,195

2 BR

$1,425

3 BR

$1,900

4 BR+

$2,370

Research median

$1,425/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

$21,108/yr

At $1,759/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 (+0.3% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Willis, TX is majority owner-occupied, 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

6,878

Median income

$68,632

Median age

35.4

Renters

39.3%

Age distribution

24.3%

24.7%

22.5%

14.7%

13.8%

Under 1824.3%

18–3424.7%

35–5422.5%

55–6414.7%

65+13.8%

Gender

49%

51%

Male49%

Female51%

Race & ethnicity

47.8%

47.7%

White47.8%

Black10%

Hispanic47.7%

Education (25+)

21.3%

26.3%

36.7%

15.7%

No HS diploma21.3%

HS diploma26.3%

Some college36.7%

Bachelor's+15.7%

Housing tenure

60.7%

39.3%

Owner60.7%

Renter39.3%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Willis, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,732 → $1,759

up 1.6%

Income

$53,442 → $68,632

up 28.4%

Population

6,410 → 6,878

up 7.3%

Renter share

38.8% → 39.3%

+0.5 pts

Bachelor's+

12.9% → 15.7%

+2.8 pts

Median age

37 → 35.4

-1.6 yrs

Compared with 2023, rent in Willis, TX has increased by $27 per month, settling near $1,759 after starting the period at $1,732. On the earnings side, the typical household in Willis, TX now reports about $68,632, up from $53,442 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 26.8 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 6,410 to 6,878 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.3% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 12.9% to 15.7%. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Willis, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Willis on your salary?

At $1,759/mo, how Willis rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 22.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 15.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 12.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

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Willis rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Willis, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Willis is $1,759/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,425/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,195/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,900/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($68,632/yr), Willis ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Willis an affordable city for renters?

Willis is considered moderate for renters. At $1,759/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($68,632/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Willis slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Willis?

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 $1,759/mo in Willis. The local median household income is $68,632/yr, meaning the typical Willis household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Willis?

Rent in Willis has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Willis neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Willis are 77378 ($1,692/mo), and 77318 ($1,829/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Willis is $1,759/mo.

How does Willis rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Willis is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #100 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,759/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Willis?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Willis ($1,759/mo): Huntsville ($1,324/mo), Conroe ($1,569/mo), Cleveland ($1,679/mo).

What percentage of Willis residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.3% of Willis households are renters, while 60.7% are owner-occupied. Willis leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.