Last updated on November 10, 2026

Average rent in
Lubbock, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Lubbock rent stands today

    Lubbock, TX rent rose 6.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,300/month. Renters today are paying $73 more per month than last year, with rent near the peak observed in May 2026. The market has 1,152 total rentals available for lease.

  • Lubbock is 31.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible market for renters compared to many larger metros. This affordability makes Lubbock a value-oriented option in the rental landscape.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios rent for $628/month, 1-bedrooms for $750/month, and 2-bedrooms for $950/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,499/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,100/month. These figures reflect the variety of rental options in Lubbock, TX.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Kings Park rents fell 55.3% year over year to $1,095/month across 23 rentals, a notable local decline contrasting with the citywide 6.0% rise. This significant drop shows uneven rent trends within Lubbock neighborhoods.

Median rent

Median rent in Lubbock

$1,300/mo

increased by6%

vs previous year

The average rent in Lubbock is $1,300 per month as of November 2026. This is 32% below the national average rent, or $600 less per month.

$1.04

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Lubbock

1,152

for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Lubbock rentals at each price point

60%45%30%15%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Lubbock, TX

Average rent prices in Lubbock have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Lubbock, TX

Rent prices in Lubbock vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lubbock is $914, whereas a house costs $1,499. 1-bedroom apartments in Lubbock run $750 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $900.

Listings

Studio

$627

No Change

5%

1 bedroom

$750

1%

No Change

2 bedroom

$950

4%

4%

3 bedroom

$1,499

No Change

7%

4 bedroom

$2,100

5%

6%

Studio

Average rent

$627

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

5%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$750

Last 30 days

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$950

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,499

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

7%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,100

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

6%

Tech Terrace U N I T

Average rent

$1,600

Heart Of Lubbock

Average rent

$995

North By Northwest

Average rent

$1,399

South Overton

Average rent

$900

Maxey Park

Average rent

$1,500

Wheelock And Monterey

Average rent

$1,037

Parkway And Cherry Point

Average rent

$990

Bowie

Average rent

$970

Bayless Atkins

Average rent

$950

Clapp Park

Average rent

$900

Apartments

Average rent

$914

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

2%

Condos

Average rent

$1,395

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

55%

Houses

Average rent

$1,499

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

7%

Rooms

Average rent

$725

Last year

12%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Lubbock, TX, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Lubbock, TX compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Lubbock and Andrews by all bedroom counts and property types.

Lubbock

Median rent price$1,300
decreased by32%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,050
decreased by45%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Lubbock, TX is 24% higher than the median rent in Andrews, TX.

Cost of living in Lubbock, TX

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services5% lower
Groceries4% lower
Health5% lower
Housing11% lower
Transportation12% lower
Utilities4% higher

Discover rentals in Lubbock, TX

JW 207 Temple Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.3

Very good

JW 207 Temple Avenue

207 Temple Ave, Lubbock, TX 79415

1 bed

1 bath

$495

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1504 28th St #REAR - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Slaton-Bean house for rent in Lubbock

1504 28th St #REAR, Lubbock, TX 79411

1 bed

1 bath

$495

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1913 13th Street - Photo 1 of 1

21h ago

9

Excellent

1913 13th Street

1913 13th St, Lubbock, TX 79401

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$500–$950

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
1711 14th St #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Overton apartment for rent in Lubbock

1711 14th St #B, Lubbock, TX 79401

2 beds

1 bath

$500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3615 143rd St - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

5d+ ago

House for rent in Lubbock

Residential Lease, Lubbock, TX

3615 143rd St, Lubbock, TX 79423

4 beds

3.5 baths

$4,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4628 94th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Lubbock

Residential Lease, Lubbock, TX

4628 94th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

5 beds

4.5 baths

$4,500

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
2310 18th St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Overton house for rent in Lubbock

2310 18th Street - 1

2310 18th St #1, Lubbock, TX 79401

4 beds

4 baths

$4,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
4903 116th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Lubbock

Residential Lease, Lubbock, TX

4903 116th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

4 beds

4 baths

$3,995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Oak Creek Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

52m ago

9.3

Excellent

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Oak Creek Apartments

5817 22nd St, Lubbock, TX 79407

1–3 beds

1 bath

$605–$998

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Courtyards on the Park - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Courtyards on the Park

2400 44th St, Lubbock, TX 79412

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$795–$975

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Tuscany Place - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Tuscany Place

6312 73rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,034–$1,154

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Lubbock Heights - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

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Lubbock Heights

5401 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79414

1–2 beds

1 bath

$775–$1,175

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Courtyards on the Park - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Courtyards on the Park

2400 44th St, Lubbock, TX 79412

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$795–$975

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Tuscany Place - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Tuscany Place

6312 73rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,034–$1,154

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Lubbock Heights - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

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Lubbock Heights

5401 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79414

1–2 beds

1 bath

$775–$1,175

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Icon at Lubbock - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

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Icon at Lubbock

6216 66th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,049–$1,299

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Tuscany Place - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
Rent special

3d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Tuscany Place

6312 73rd St, Lubbock, TX 79424

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,034–$1,154

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.

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Lubbock Heights - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

9.6

Excellent

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Lubbock Heights

5401 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79414

2 beds

1 bath

$895

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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614 N Elkhart - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

614 N Elkhart

614 N Elkhart Ave, Lubbock, TX 79416

2 beds

1 bath

$990

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
Farrar West Apartments (South) - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.7

Very good

Farrar West Apartments (South)

5715 66th St, Lubbock, TX 79424

1 bed

1 bath

$700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Lubbock, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Lubbock rental market.

How much is rent in Lubbock?

The average rent in Lubbock is $1,300 per month as of November 7, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Lubbock?

Average rent prices in Lubbock have increased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.

How does Lubbock rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Lubbock is 32% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lubbock?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lubbock are South Overton ($900/mo), Clapp Park ($900/mo), and Bayless Atkins ($950/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Lubbock?

To comfortably afford rent in Lubbock, you'd need to earn approximately $52,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Lubbock?

January offers the lowest rents in Lubbock, while March sees the highest prices with roughly a 5.6% difference between peak and off-peak months. December is the least competitive month with lower demand, making it another good time to search.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).