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What Is the Average Rent in Fort Bend County, Texas?

$1,807/month 2.1%vs 2023 ($1,770)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Fort Bend County, Texas is $1,807/month (±$33), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $374,500 (±$4,216), and the median household income is $114,041/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Fort Bend County, Texas and Neighbouring Counties

Brazoria: $1,454Austin: $1,137Wharton: $1,046Harris: $1,401Waller: $1,169Fort Bend County: $1,807$1,454$1,137$1,046$1,401$1,169$1,807

Housing Metrics for Fort Bend County, Texas

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,807
Median Home Value$374,500
Median Household Income$114,041
Total Housing Units292,713
Renter-Occupied Units67,442
Renter-Occupied Share23%
Households Paying 50%+ Income16,285 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,418+0.0%
1 BR$1,423+0.0%
2 BR$1,732+0.0%
3 BR$1,973+0.0%
4 BR$2,578+0.0%
5+ BR$2,991+0.0%

How does Fort Bend County, Texas compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Texas.

Higher rent than 99% of counties in Texas · 4th of 249

Cheapest: Knox County($521)
Priciest: Rockwall County($1,992)
#CountyValue
1Rockwall County$1,992
2Irion County$1,950
3Collin County$1,859
4Fort Bend County(you are here)$1,807
… 242 more …
247Knox County$521
248Presidio County$448
249Cottle County$264

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The median gross rent in Fort Bend County, Texas is $1,807/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Fort Bend County, Texas is $1,732/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$48. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The median home value in Fort Bend County, Texas is $374,500 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Fort Bend County are rent-burdened?

In Fort Bend County, Texas, 16,285 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Fort Bend County, Texas?

The median household income in Fort Bend County, Texas is $114,041/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,807 has a margin of error of ±$33. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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