Last updated on October 28, 2026

Average rent in
McKinney, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Mckinney rent stands today

    Mckinney, TX rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,250/month. Renters are paying $15 more per month on average than last year, despite a 2.4% month-over-month decline in October 2026.

  • Mckinney runs 18.4% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier suburban market with 690 total rentals available.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for about $1,150/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,290/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,774/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,234/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,800/month. This range reflects the diversity of options for renters in Mckinney, TX.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Winding Creek has a YoY rent decline of -28.5% at $2,500/month, contrasting with the broadly flat citywide trend in Mckinney, TX. This local shift shows variation within the market.

Median rent

Median rent in Mckinney

$2,250/mo

increased by1%

vs previous year

The average rent in Mckinney is $2,250 per month as of October 2026. This is 18% above the national average rent, or $350 more per month.

$1.25

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Mckinney

690

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Mckinney rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in McKinney, TX

Average rent prices in Mckinney have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% 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 McKinney, TX

Rent prices in Mckinney vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Mckinney is $1,625, whereas a house costs $2,490. 1-bedroom apartments in Mckinney run $1,326 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,746.

Listings

Studio

$1,149

2%

No Change

1 bedroom

$1,290

No Change

8%

2 bedroom

$1,774

1%

3%

3 bedroom

$2,234

No Change

3%

4 bedroom

$2,800

3%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$1,149

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

No Change

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,290

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

8%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,774

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,234

Last 30 days

No Change

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,800

Last 30 days

3%

Last year

2%

The table above reflects average rent prices in McKinney, 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 Mckinney, TX compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Mckinney and Addison by all bedroom counts and property types.

Mckinney

Median rent price$2,250
increased by18%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$1,809
decreased by5%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

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

Cost of living in McKinney, 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 & Services6% lower
Groceries3% lower
Health26% higher
Housing5% lower
Transportation15% lower
Utilities13% higher

Discover rentals in McKinney, TX

Merritt McGowan Manor Homes - Photo 1 of 1

16h ago

7.7

Very good

Merritt McGowan Manor Homes

1200 S Tennessee St, Mckinney, TX 75069

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$598–$1,646

Price droppedFees 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.
Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated
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18h ago

7.6

Very good

Retreat at Stonebridge Ranch Apartments

1920 Grassmere Ln, Mckinney, TX 75071

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$921–$2,044

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.

2d ago

7.7

Very good

Historical - Larkin Apartment Homes

2301 W White Ave, Mckinney, TX 75071

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,051–$1,901

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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Rent special

4d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Lakes of Eldorado

1400 Eldorado Pkwy, Mckinney, TX 75069

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,073–$1,744

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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Frequently asked questions for McKinney, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Mckinney rental market.

How much is rent in Mckinney?

The average rent in Mckinney is $2,250 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Mckinney?

Average rent prices in Mckinney have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.

How does Mckinney rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Mckinney is 18% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $350 more per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Mckinney?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Mckinney are Greens Of Mckinney ($1,429/mo), Lewisville ($2,181/mo), and High Pointe ($2,200/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Mckinney?

To comfortably afford rent in Mckinney, you'd need to earn approximately $90,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

March offers the lowest rents in McKinney, with winter months like November and December also showing less competitive conditions. July sees the highest rents, creating roughly a 7% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.

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).

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