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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wylie, TX is $1,859. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wylie cheaper than other Texas cities?

Wylie is one of the pricier cities in Texas, ranking #77 out of 269 cities tracked at $1,859/mo.

When was Wylie rent data last updated?

Wylie rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Wylie a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Wylie is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Wylie

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Pop. 60,334·77th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Wylie, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,859/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.0%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$106

Stable (Monthly)

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Wylie · $1,859

More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Wylie's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,859/mo

Expected by trend

$2,092/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,405

1 BR

$1,475

2 BR

$1,728

3 BR

$2,163

4 BR+

$2,781

Research median

$1,728/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

$22,308/yr

At $1,859/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.0% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wylie, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

60,334

Median income

$119,522

Median age

35.3

Renters

22.6%

Age distribution

27.6%

21.7%

31.5%

Under 1827.6%

18–3421.7%

35–5431.5%

55–649.6%

65+9.6%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

54%

14.6%

17.7%

White54%

Black14.6%

Hispanic17.7%

Asian11.4%

Other2.3%

Education (25+)

18.1%

30%

43.3%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma18.1%

Some college30%

Bachelor's+43.3%

Housing tenure

77.4%

22.6%

Owner77.4%

Renter22.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Wylie, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,572 → $1,859

up 18.3%

Income

$98,994 → $119,522

up 20.7%

Population

55,426 → 60,334

up 8.9%

Renter share

26% → 22.6%

-3.4 pts

Bachelor's+

36.8% → 43.3%

+6.5 pts

Median age

34.4 → 35.3

+0.9 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Wylie, TX has climbed by $287 per month, settling near $1,859 after starting the period at $1,572. Census figures show median household income at $119,522 today, compared with $98,994 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 55,426 to 60,334 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.9% change. About 22.6% of households rent today, against 26% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 36.8% to 43.3%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wylie on your salary?

At $1,859/mo, how Wylie rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 16.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 35.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 39.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Wylie rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Wylie, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wylie is $1,859/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,405/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,728/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,475/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,163/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($119,522/yr), Wylie ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wylie an affordable city for renters?

Wylie is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,859/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($119,522/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wylie falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Wylie?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,859/mo in Wylie. The local median household income is $119,522/yr, meaning the typical Wylie household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wylie?

Rent in Wylie has decreased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Wylie rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Wylie is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #77 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,859/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wylie?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wylie ($1,859/mo): Garland ($1,519/mo), Rowlett ($1,668/mo), Sachse ($1,711/mo).

What percentage of Wylie residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.6% of Wylie households are renters, while 77.4% are owner-occupied. Wylie leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.