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Willow Park

Pop. 5,874·47th most expensive in Texas·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate
Median rent (all units)
$2,021/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.8%
Month-over-Month
-5.7%
vs US Median
+$56
Falling (Monthly)
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Willow Park · $2,021
More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
70/100
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Rents are 10% below what Willow Park's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,021/mo
Expected by trend
$2,245/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Willow Park's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,858
3 BR
$1,982
4 BR+
$2,689
Research median
$1,858/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
$24,252/yr
At $2,021/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.8% YoY, -5.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Willow Park, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 51.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,874
Median income
$132,045
Median age
45.8
Renters
16.6%
Age distribution
25.5%
12.4%
34.7%
13.2%
14.2%
Under 1825.5%
18–3412.4%
35–5434.7%
55–6413.2%
65+14.2%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
90%
White90%
Hispanic9.2%
Other0.6%
Education (25+)
14.6%
33.3%
51.6%
HS diploma14.6%
Some college33.3%
Bachelor's+51.6%
Housing tenure
83.4%
16.6%
Owner83.4%
Renter16.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Willow Park, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$101,285 → $132,045
up 30.4%
Population
4,815 → 5,874
up 22.0%
Renter share
12.4% → 16.6%
+4.2 pts
Bachelor's+
48.9% → 51.6%
+2.7 pts
Median age
42 → 45.8
+3.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $101,285 in 2021 to $132,045 more recently. Census counts show Willow Park, TX adding about 1,059 residents over the five-year window, up 22.0% on net. The renter share has risen from 12.4% to 16.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 48.9% to 51.6% across the same window.

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Willow Park rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Willow Park, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Willow Park is $2,021/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,858/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,982/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($132,045/yr), Willow Park ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Willow Park an affordable city for renters?

Willow Park is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,021/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($132,045/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Willow Park falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Willow Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,021/mo in Willow Park. The local median household income is $132,045/yr, meaning the typical Willow Park household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Willow Park?

Rent in Willow Park has decreased 4.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Willow Park rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Willow Park is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #47 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,021/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Willow Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Willow Park ($2,021/mo): Hudson Oaks ($1,448/mo), Weatherford ($1,509/mo), White Settlement ($1,541/mo).

What percentage of Willow Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.6% of Willow Park households are renters, while 83.4% are owner-occupied. Willow Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Willow Park rent compare to the national average?

Willow Park's median rent of $2,021/mo is $56 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #47 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,021/mo, rent takes ~18% of Willow Park's median household income ($132,045/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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