Average Rent in Abilene, TX
What is the average rent in Abilene, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Abilene, TX is $1,698 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 120 priced apartments in 22 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
22 apartment buildings, 120 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Abilene, TXCheapest
$581/mo
Villages at West Lake
Properties
22
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Units
120
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Abilene, TX Rent Prices
All 22 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Villages at West Lake
3033 W Lake Rd, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
Copper Creek Apartments
3501 Curry Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA
The Windsor Apartments
401 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
The Arbors at Rose Park
2702 S 7th St, Abilene, TX 79605, USA
The Landing Apartments
5450 Texas Ave, Abilene, TX 79605, USA
The Residence at Autumn Sage
5801 Autumn Sage Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA
Tylor Grand Apartments
3702 Rolling Green Dr, Abilene, TX 79606, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Villages at West Lake 3033 W Lake Rd, Abilene, TX 79601, USA | $581 | $970 | $0.94/ft² | 3.9 (137) | 5 |
| 2 | Copper Creek Apartments 3501 Curry Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA | $785 as of Nov 7 | $1,136 | $1.28/ft² | 3.9 (192) | 8 |
| 3 | The Windsor Apartments 401 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA | $799 as of May 20 | $799 | $1.28/ft² | 3.7 (39) | 1 |
| 4 | The Arbors at Rose Park 2702 S 7th St, Abilene, TX 79605, USA | $858 | $918 | $1.13/ft² | 3.8 (18) | 5 |
| 5 | The Landing Apartments 5450 Texas Ave, Abilene, TX 79605, USA | $875 as of Jun 14 | $1,093 | $1.65/ft² | 3.9 (127) | 7 |
| 6 | The Residence at Autumn Sage 5801 Autumn Sage Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA | $892 as of Nov 7 | $892 | $1.37/ft² | 4.4 (41) | 1 |
| 7 | Tylor Grand Apartments 3702 Rolling Green Dr, Abilene, TX 79606, USA | $964 as of Nov 7 | $1,100 | $0.98/ft² | 3.8 (34) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Villages at West Lake
3.9 (137)3033 W Lake Rd, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
Copper Creek Apartments
3.9 (192)3501 Curry Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA
The Windsor Apartments
3.7 (39)401 Pine St, Abilene, TX 79601, USA
The Arbors at Rose Park
3.8 (18)2702 S 7th St, Abilene, TX 79605, USA
The Landing Apartments
3.9 (127)5450 Texas Ave, Abilene, TX 79605, USA
The Residence at Autumn Sage
4.4 (41)5801 Autumn Sage Ln, Abilene, TX 79606, USA
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Abilene, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Abilene, TX is $1,698 per month, based on 120 units across 22 apartment communities. Prices range from $581 at Villages at West Lake to $3,462 at Lofts at Allen Ridge.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,526/mo | $785/mo | 40 |
| 2 Bed | $1,762/mo | $964/mo | 63 |
| 3 Bed | $1,864/mo | $581/mo | 17 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Abilene, TX, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Abilene, TX averages $1,526/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,762/mo. At the local median household income of $62,720, that works out to 32% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Abilene, TX at $1,106/mo. The current tracked market average runs 54% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Abilene, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Abilene, TX?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$68,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,698/mo.
Comfortable income
$82,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($581/mo), you need to earn at least $23,000/year.
Median household income in Abilene, TX is $62,720 , about 23% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Abilene, TX
Overall prices in Abilene, TX runs below the national average by about 10% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 90.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Abilene, TX's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,698 |
| Utilities | $317 |
| Groceries | $502 |
| Transportation | $755 |
| Healthcare | $368 |
| Other goods and services | $589 |
| Estimated total | $4,228/mo |
Population
127,130
Median household income
$62,720
Census median rent
$1,106/mo
Census rent burden
30.0%
Median age
32.8
Mean commute
15 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Texas
How Abilene, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Abilene, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $1,517 | -11% | -0.8% | 711 |
| Addison, TX | $1,652 | -3% | -2.2% | 367 |
| Austin, TX | $1,769 | +4% | -1.7% | 304 |
| Houston, TX | $1,919 | +13% | +1.1% | 246 |
| Irving, TX | $1,586 | -7% | +3.9% | 143 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,396 | -18% | +1.2% | 83 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Abilene, TX?
The average listed apartment rent in Abilene, TX is $1,698 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 120 priced apartments in 22 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Abilene, TX?
The median asking rent in Abilene, TX is $1,604 per month, computed from 120 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,698/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Abilene, TX?
The lowest available rent in Abilene, TX starts at $581 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Abilene, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in Abilene, TX average $1,526/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $785/mo across 40 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Abilene, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in Abilene, TX average $1,762/mo. Units start from $964/mo across 63 units currently listed.
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