Last updated on October 29, 2026

Average rent in
Tyler, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • The bottom line

    Tyler, TX rent slipped 8.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,350/month. Renters today are paying $125 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.

  • Tyler sits 28.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters compared to many larger metros.

  • Price ranges

    Studios in Tyler run around $1,325/month, 1-bedrooms around $918/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,200/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,695/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,375/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Hollytree saw rents fall by 71.5% year over year to $1,850/month, marking the largest decline among neighborhoods. Cascades Estates and Cumberland Ridge also experienced steep declines of 61.5% and 60.9%, respectively, contrasting with the citywide 8.5% drop.

Median rent

Median rent in Tyler

$1,350/mo

decreased by8%

vs previous year

The average rent in Tyler is $1,350 per month as of October 2026. This is 29% below the national average rent, or $550 less per month.

$1.14

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Tyler

283

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Tyler 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 Tyler, TX

Average rent prices in Tyler have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 8% 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 Tyler, TX

Rent prices in Tyler vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Tyler is $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,675. 1-bedroom apartments in Tyler run $915 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,100.

Listings

Studio

$1,325

7%

10%

1 bedroom

$917

1%

1%

2 bedroom

$1,200

No Change

No Change

3 bedroom

$1,695

No Change

2%

4 bedroom

$2,375

No Change

13%

Studio

Average rent

$1,325

Last 30 days

7%

Last year

10%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$917

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

1%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,200

Last year

No Change

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,695

Last year

2%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,375

Last year

13%

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

Compare median rent prices in Tyler and Bullard by all bedroom counts and property types.

Tyler

Median rent price$1,350
decreased by29%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,822
decreased by4%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Tyler, TX is 26% lower than the median rent in Bullard, TX.

Cost of living in Tyler, 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 & Services8% lower
Groceries4% lower
Health4% higher
Housing15% lower
Transportation2% lower
Utilities3% higher

Discover rentals in Tyler, TX

1420 E Houston St Units SERIES 78 - Photo 1 of 1

21m ago

8

Very good

1420 E Houston St Units SERIES 78

1420 E Houston St, Tyler, TX 75702

2 beds

1 bath

$750

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.
1420 W Houston St #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Tyler

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Price dropped $45Fees 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.
1629 W Mims St #102 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Tyler

2 beds

1 bath

$750

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.
1629 W Mims St #101 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Tyler

2 beds

1 bath

$795

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 Tyler, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Tyler rental market.

How much is rent in Tyler?

The average rent in Tyler is $1,350 per month as of October 24, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Tyler?

Average rent prices in Tyler have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 8% since last year.

How does Tyler rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Tyler is 29% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $550 less per month.

Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Tyler?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Tyler are Butler College ($1,000/mo), Downtown Tyler ($1,150/mo), and Azalea Residential Historic District ($1,225/mo).

What salary do I need to afford rent in Tyler?

To comfortably afford rent in Tyler, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

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

March offers the lowest rents in Tyler with prices roughly 4.5% below May's peak, though you'll face more competition from other renters during this budget-friendly month.

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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