# Average Rent in Waco, TX > How much is rent in Waco, TX? $1,384 median across 44 units in 9 buildings, each with a daily price history and a citywide trend, tracked daily. Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/ Latest included observation: November 10, 2026 ## What is the average rent in Waco, TX? The average listed apartment rent in Waco, TX is $42,539 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 44 priced apartments in 9 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 4, 2026 through November 10, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings. 9 apartment buildings, 44 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available. [Browse apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/) Avg Rent $42,539/mo median $1,384 [+2666.4% vs last month](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/trends/) Cheapest $414/mo Costa Esmeralda Properties 9 tracked daily Units 44 available now [View rent trends and price history](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/trends/) [Explore Waco, TX on the interactive map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=waco-tx) [Waco, TX Resident Access](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/resident-access/): City Club members share insider gate codes, parking links, and amenity tips. View Analysis ## Rent Price Breakdown Compare pricing across all 9 properties in Waco, TX. Timeframe ## Average rent trend All bedroom types, citywide. Choose a window above to scope the view. Average rent today Not enough historical price data to chart yet. Check back next month. [Full Waco, TX price history](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/trends/) ### Average Rent by Property ### Starting Price vs Average ### Rent by Bedroom Count ### Price per Square Foot ## Waco, TX Rent Prices All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent. [#1 3.8 (93)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/costa-esmeralda-waco-tx/): Costa Esmeralda 1516 Gurley Ln, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $414/mo Avg $524 4 units [#2 4.6 (111)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/prime-1800-apartments-waco-tx/): Prime 1800 Apartments 1800 Primrose Dr, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $850/mo Avg $1,161 5 units [#3 3.9 (39)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/car-mel-apartments-waco-tx/): Car Mel Apartments 3638 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA From $865/mo Avg $908 7 units [#4 4 (24)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/carriage-house-waco-tx/): Carriage House 1923 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA From $870/mo Avg $870 1 units [#5 4.1 (262)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/the-cove-on-21st-waco-tx/): The Cove on 21st 2425 S 21st St, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $899/mo Avg $1,139 3 units [#6 3.5 (6)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/oakridge-apartments-waco-tx/): Oakridge Apartments 2812 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA From $975/mo Avg $975 1 units [#7 3.5 (87)](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/the-bruin-waco-tx/): The Bruin 1300 S 11th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $1,219/mo as of Sep 27 Avg $1,254 3 units | # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Costa Esmeralda 1516 Gurley Ln, Waco, TX 76706, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/costa-esmeralda-waco-tx/) | $414 | $524 | $0.51/ft² | 3.8 (93) | 4 | | 2 | [Prime 1800 Apartments 1800 Primrose Dr, Waco, TX 76706, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/prime-1800-apartments-waco-tx/) | $850 | $1,161 | $1.30/ft² | 4.6 (111) | 5 | | 3 | [Car Mel Apartments 3638 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/car-mel-apartments-waco-tx/) | $865 | $908 | $1.26/ft² | 3.9 (39) | 7 | | 4 | [Carriage House 1923 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/carriage-house-waco-tx/) | $870 | $870 | $1.01/ft² | 4 (24) | 1 | | 5 | [The Cove on 21st 2425 S 21st St, Waco, TX 76706, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/the-cove-on-21st-waco-tx/) | $899 | $1,139 | $1.41/ft² | 4.1 (262) | 3 | | 6 | [Oakridge Apartments 2812 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/oakridge-apartments-waco-tx/) | $975 | $975 | $1.95/ft² | 3.5 (6) | 1 | | 7 | [The Bruin 1300 S 11th St, Waco, TX 76706, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/the-bruin-waco-tx/) | $1,219 as of Sep 27 | $1,254 | $1.21/ft² | 3.5 (87) | 3 | ## Rent & Price History by Building Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood. [Browse all apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/) [Costa Esmeralda](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/costa-esmeralda-waco-tx/): ![Costa Esmeralda apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8034?w=600) 3.8 (93) 1516 Gurley Ln, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $414/mo 4 units [Prime 1800 Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/prime-1800-apartments-waco-tx/): ![Prime 1800 Apartments apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJiwm8hsyDT4YRkoP0tghpDkA/photos/Aa-ngMa7WSD2CRklonhhpAjWy5b8U7NDdhiUtmsYlL_-9rSjkmSAiBUcpZfXk8BC4paDAPNTyAmhkgrMHpr9jyBFdD__EntuJHkPhx2a0mEiPBQ0JWVglmwJGwO4ND6p_4D0_JdDBVbQEHD69dBZ10zBWGntuReU1kbQMzPi_QGzZXmhG8ed02op2yVkSninxymO35F3qZEE_eFPZFXsWivZkenjlkgldWIm7wCz1YezDFFqDk5OirVXz_CWEi3lDtt3alwATt-zWooeJhpZWRD-8y5UZhxVeD7V0P7_ntqLsyxXzHQmwH0ctZ-2Ob7BNIEn3g65JXQjjpkCKLvP8ix4kYWUYFFTDxtRt8F9Gjlp5_EERiVyG6l_S0prMs8Y44HhU1dxMl9a8AodywHndqvkbzqRvwUrvKc?w=600) 4.6 (111) 1800 Primrose Dr, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $850/mo 5 units [Car Mel Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/car-mel-apartments-waco-tx/): ![Car Mel Apartments apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJC9Grye6DT4YRf1LJf5EOpy0/photos/Aa-ngMbw1cylf9hBpTWxOWNeAppDciMuoZAjoYGavXGcd04_61dCpyAbDHQRFiqtjfp7HVRPcWqZ_TjMUni4sZ-InlDh1-ERLvoOA3JsZclL8iWgbc8Duqe6w45zVtHlV06kNthZegUhY3xHVW9KSUp86zFgf6Xde2n-u6GTKmcRWTrAUA42t7-K6iAaWHeqPRs6tpTjLrHfZ8-sqcUMsZG7M5SPtbP21rYpdVt1Xx7z05ndS8rEY3uEPFFfd3lwMdlPFMjwkhQTC7728ZUZ60sZLmcgq4cfVQiMplKttqoJL25i7Kl2aEXHynK6XOZYFSMcqEkzrI7YJanjjIV9v1jcJjMVzj7-JAjpyJ40F1gCOHgqcJopG6DiiGeXT3yLGFa8BH4vlBjNVRq2Eho2MhJlQsQ_eAzuy3A?w=600) 3.9 (39) 3638 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA From $865/mo 7 units [Carriage House](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/carriage-house-waco-tx/): ![Carriage House apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/22613?w=600) 4 (24) 1923 Austin Ave, Waco, TX 76701, USA From $870/mo 1 units [The Cove on 21st](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/the-cove-on-21st-waco-tx/): ![The Cove on 21st apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/8029?w=600) 4.1 (262) 2425 S 21st St, Waco, TX 76706, USA From $899/mo 3 units [Oakridge Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/oakridge-apartments-waco-tx/): ![Oakridge Apartments apartments in Waco, TX](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJu5scrEmDT4YROed9HQm66Vc/photos/Aa-ngMZK27YqpULCK-VTTAxD3QwfzAV3bMZZOqpru2QDC5Sh9k4I-Gm1HWPqyJEKTBNO9_S5IdapHUAMri19RE2hV-dBhF60gSCrZ6Bkr4dAq_JkE-jEj_JWOitXcmf9de8LkXWTwl2Cg27jBfwOIXqe88tE6QEv4EflzKwFxFHFoNXQ2tqNOnJVSih2gXdZjOXA4dn4my8HSJJhQRRE9nCzauVkcV6I7vnWJul_lraf1oqY1x6isDT66xr8R9Gu138d3hRffH_GNA1VTDB890jdMl5WWLKvxjx8BVK3-IA6AjSJvcg_sb45FibiJQhJlQXgYnuYoH4nujv8QlLmjI8C-hde4HQe9nUBuQopxFbVO1o2x4tnEKH1gUONt4n4lohFstsS-mKUiwDB407OhpjsRCWbsxBfwaw?w=600) 3.5 (6) 2812 W Waco Dr, Waco, TX 76710, USA From $975/mo 1 units [Browse all Waco, TX apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/) By Area ## Waco, TX neighborhoods Tracked buildings across 4 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments. [Waco 76706 7](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/?neighborhood=Waco%2076706)[Heart of Texas 3](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/?neighborhood=Heart%20of%20Texas)[Downtown 1](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/?neighborhood=Downtown)[Kendrick 1](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/apartments/?neighborhood=Kendrick) ## Waco, TX Average Rent Prices 2026 The average listed rent in Waco, TX is **$42,539 per month**, based on 44 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $414 at Costa Esmeralda to $190,000 at Bear Gardens. ### Average Rent by Bedroom Type | Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Bed | $1,045/mo | $414/mo | 18 | | 2 Bed | $54,933/mo | $492/mo | 15 | | 3 Bed | $104,623/mo | $568/mo | 8 | | 4 Bed | $63,965/mo | $621/mo | 3 | 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. Paste this where you want the live widget. Free to use with the attribution link. Preview Market Context ## Who rents in Waco, TX, and what they pay Tracked one-bedroom rent in Waco, TX averages **$1,045/mo** , with two-bedroom units averaging **$54,933/mo**. At the local median household income of **$51,468**, that works out to **992% of gross income**, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards. The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Waco, TX at **$1,098/mo**. The [current tracked market average](https://average-rent.com/city/waco-tx/trends/) runs **3774% 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 Waco, TX while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities. ## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Waco, 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 $1,702,000/year Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $42,539/mo. Comfortable income $2,042,000/year Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries. To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($414/mo), you need to earn at least **$17,000/year**. Median household income in Waco, TX is **$51,468** , about 97% below the comfortable-living threshold. ## Cost of living in Waco, TX Overall prices in Waco, TX runs below the national average by about 9% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 91.1, 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 Waco, TX's regional price parities. | Category | Monthly estimate | | --- | --- | | Rent (market average) | $42,539 | | Utilities | $333 | | Groceries | $502 | | Transportation | $793 | | Healthcare | $387 | | Other goods and services | $619 | | Estimated total | $45,172/mo | Population 141,925 Median household income $51,468 Census median rent $1,098/mo Census rent burden 34.0% Median age 29.2 Mean commute 18 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. Compare ## Nearby cities in Texas How Waco, TX rent compares to other markets in the state. | City | Avg Rent | vs Waco, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Dallas, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/dallas-tx/) | $1,514 | -96% | -0.8% | 711 | | [Addison, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/addison-tx/) | $1,652 | -96% | -2.2% | 367 | | [Austin, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/austin-tx/) | $1,769 | -96% | -1.7% | 304 | | [Houston, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/houston-tx/) | $1,915 | -95% | +1.1% | 246 | | [Irving, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/irving-tx/) | $1,584 | -96% | +3.9% | 143 | | [Arlington, TX](https://average-rent.com/city/arlington-tx/) | $1,400 | -97% | +1.2% | 83 | ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the average rent in Waco, TX? The average listed apartment rent in Waco, TX is $42,539 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 44 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. ### What is the median rent in Waco, TX? The median asking rent in Waco, TX is $1,384 per month, computed from 44 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $42,539/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings. ### What is the cheapest apartment rent in Waco, TX? The lowest available rent in Waco, TX starts at $414 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing. ### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Waco, TX? 1-bedroom apartments in Waco, TX average $1,045/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $414/mo across 18 units tracked. ### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Waco, TX? 2-bedroom apartments in Waco, TX average $54,933/mo. Units start from $492/mo across 15 units currently listed. ## Rent Trends in Waco, TX Track how apartment prices are changing over time. 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