RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · TX

ZIP 78717

Part of Austin, TX
Pop. 37,262·Williamson County·287th most expensive ZIP in Texas
Median rent (all units)
$1,660/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.1%
Month-over-Month
+5.8%
vs US Median
-$305
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 78717 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 78717 · $1,660
More affordable than 62% 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
$1,600
1 BR
$1,700
2 BR
$2,010
3 BR
$2,550
4 BR+
$3,000
Research median
$2,010/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
$19,920/yr
At $1,660/mo median
Location
CityAustin
StateTX
CountyWilliamson County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.1% YoY, +5.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 78717 (Austin, TX) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 68.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
37,262
Median income
$145,325
Median age
36.8
Renters
48.7%
Age distribution
25.2%
21.2%
36%
Under 1825.2%
18–3421.2%
35–5436%
55–647.8%
65+9.7%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
42.6%
17.2%
32.5%
White42.6%
Black6.4%
Hispanic17.2%
Asian32.5%
Other1.3%
Education (25+)
17.9%
68.9%
No HS diploma4.6%
HS diploma8.6%
Some college17.9%
Bachelor's+68.9%
Housing tenure
51.3%
48.7%
Owner51.3%
Renter48.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 78717 in Austin, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,456 → $1,660
up 14.0%
Income
$120,027 → $145,325
up 21.1%
Population
34,087 → 37,262
up 9.3%
Renter share
42.9% → 48.7%
+5.8 pts
Bachelor's+
64.4% → 68.9%
+4.5 pts
Median age
35.6 → 36.8
+1.2 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in ZIP 78717 in Austin, TX has climbed by $204 per month, settling near $1,660 after starting the period at $1,456. Census figures show median household income at $145,325 today, compared with $120,027 five years earlier. Income growth outran rent by about 7.1 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 34,087 to 37,262 between 2021 and 2024, a 9.3% change. About 48.7% of households rent today, against 42.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 64.4% to 68.9%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 78717

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 78717

About renting in ZIP 78717

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 78717 covers Austin, TX. The median rent here is $1,660/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,700/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,010/mo.

At 14% of local median household income ($145,325/yr), ZIP 78717 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 78717?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 78717 (Austin, TX) is $1,660. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 78717 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 78717's median rent of $1,660/mo is $305 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 78717 compare to other ZIPs in Texas?

ZIP 78717 falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #287 out of 689 ZIPs at $1,660/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 78717?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,660/mo in ZIP 78717. The local median household income is $145,325/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 78717?

Rent in ZIP 78717 has increased 6.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 78717 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 78717 is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,660/mo, rent takes approximately 14% of the local median household income ($145,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 78717 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 78717 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.7% of ZIP 78717 households are renters, while 51.3% are owner-occupied. ZIP 78717 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 78717 compare to the rest of Austin?

ZIP 78717 is pricier than Austin as a whole. At $1,660/mo, it's $45 above the Austin citywide median of $1,615/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 78717 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 78717 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
14%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,660/mo, rent takes ~14% of ZIP 78717's median household income ($145,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 78717 14%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 78717 (Austin, TX)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.