RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · TX

ZIP 77017

Part of Houston, TX
Pop. 29,640·Harris County·400th most expensive ZIP in Texas
Median rent (all units)
$1,527/mo
Year-over-Year
+22.4%
Month-over-Month
+0.6%
vs US Median
-$438
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 77017 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 77017 · $1,527
More affordable than 72% 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
$1,020
1 BR
$1,050
2 BR
$1,250
3 BR
$1,680
4 BR+
$2,100
Research median
$1,250/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
$18,324/yr
At $1,527/mo median
Location
StateTX
CountyHarris County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 22.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+22.4% YoY, +0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 77017 (Houston, TX) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 11% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
29,640
Median income
$51,079
Median age
33.5
Renters
49%
Age distribution
24.9%
27.6%
21.5%
14.6%
Under 1824.9%
18–3427.6%
35–5421.5%
55–6414.6%
65+11.4%
Gender
51.2%
48.8%
Male51.2%
Female48.8%
Race & ethnicity
20.7%
81.3%
White20.7%
Black5.7%
Hispanic81.3%
Asian4.6%
Education (25+)
39.9%
29.8%
19.4%
No HS diploma39.9%
HS diploma29.8%
Some college19.4%
Bachelor's+11%
Housing tenure
51%
49%
Owner51%
Renter49%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 77017 in Houston, TX has changed in 5 years

Income
$53,003 → $51,079
down 3.6%
Population
33,627 → 29,640
down 11.9%
Renter share
50.9% → 49%
-1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
10.1% → 11%
+0.9 pts
Median age
31.5 → 33.5
+2.0 yrs

Median household income fell from $53,003 to $51,079 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.6% shift. Headcount in the area went from 33,627 to 29,640 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.9% change. About 49% of households rent today, against 50.9% in 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 77017

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 77017

About renting in ZIP 77017

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 77017 covers Houston, TX. The median rent here is $1,527/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,050/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,250/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($51,079/yr), ZIP 77017 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 22.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 77017?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 77017 (Houston, TX) is $1,527. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 77017 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 77017's median rent of $1,527/mo is $438 (22%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 77017 compare to other ZIPs in Texas?

ZIP 77017 falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #400 out of 689 ZIPs at $1,527/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 77017?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,527/mo in ZIP 77017. The local median household income is $51,079/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 77017?

Rent in ZIP 77017 has increased 22.4% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 77017 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 77017 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,527/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($51,079/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 77017 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 77017 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49% of ZIP 77017 households are renters, while 51% are owner-occupied. ZIP 77017 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 77017 compare to the rest of Houston?

ZIP 77017 is more affordable than Houston overall. At $1,527/mo, it's $40 below the Houston citywide median of $1,567/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 77017 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 77017 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $1,527/mo, rent takes ~36% of ZIP 77017's median household income ($51,079/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 77017 36%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 77017 (Houston, TX)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.