RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · TX

ZIP 76148

Part of Watauga, TX
Pop. 23,367·Tarrant County·90th most expensive ZIP in Texas
Median rent (all units)
$2,016/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
+$51
Stable (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 76148 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 76148 · $2,016
More expensive than 61% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,830
1 BR
$1,890
2 BR
$2,210
3 BR
$2,920
4 BR+
$3,610
Research median
$2,210/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,192/yr
At $2,016/mo median
Location
StateTX
CountyTarrant County
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 (+2.2% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 76148 (Watauga, TX) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,367
Median income
$89,840
Median age
38
Renters
18.6%
Age distribution
22.6%
23%
24.4%
14%
16%
Under 1822.6%
18–3423%
35–5424.4%
55–6414%
65+16%
Gender
50.9%
49.1%
Male50.9%
Female49.1%
Race & ethnicity
68.7%
29.2%
White68.7%
Black3.7%
Hispanic29.2%
Asian4.2%
Education (25+)
34.8%
31.1%
22.7%
No HS diploma11.4%
HS diploma34.8%
Some college31.1%
Bachelor's+22.7%
Housing tenure
81.4%
18.6%
Owner81.4%
Renter18.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 76148 in Watauga, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$78,479 → $89,840
up 14.5%
Population
24,578 → 23,367
down 4.9%
Renter share
19.4% → 18.6%
-0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
20.4% → 22.7%
+2.3 pts
Median age
36.4 → 38
+1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 76148 in Watauga, TX now reports about $89,840, up from $78,479 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 76148 in Watauga, TX losing about 1,211 residents over the five-year window, down 4.9% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 20.4% to 22.7% across the same window.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 76148

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 76148

About renting in ZIP 76148

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 76148 covers Watauga, TX. The median rent here is $2,016/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,890/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,210/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($89,840/yr), ZIP 76148 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 76148?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 76148 (Watauga, TX) is $2,016. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 76148 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 76148's median rent of $2,016/mo is $51 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 76148 compare to other ZIPs in Texas?

ZIP 76148 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Texas, ranking #90 out of 689 ZIPs tracked at $2,016/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 76148?

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 $2,016/mo in ZIP 76148. The local median household income is $89,840/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 76148?

Rent in ZIP 76148 has increased 2.2% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 76148 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 76148 is considered affordable for renters. At $2,016/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($89,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 76148 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 76148 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.6% of ZIP 76148 households are renters, while 81.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 76148 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 76148 compare to the rest of Watauga?

ZIP 76148 is more affordable than Watauga overall. At $2,016/mo, it's $15 below the Watauga citywide median of $2,031/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 76148 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 76148 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,016/mo, rent takes ~27% of ZIP 76148's median household income ($89,840/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 76148 27%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 76148 (Watauga, TX)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.