Last updated on November 1, 2026

Average rent in
Wichita Falls, TX

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Wichita Falls rent stands today

    Wichita Falls, TX rent rose 5.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,050/month matching the city's peak rent. Renters today are paying $55 more per month on average than last year, continuing a steady upward trend since April 2026.

  • Wichita Falls sits 44.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, reflecting its position as a lower-cost market with 128 total rentals available. This affordability offers options for renters seeking value in Texas.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for $400/month, 1-bedrooms for $750/month, and 2-bedrooms for $995/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,350/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,275/month. The rental inventory is weighted toward larger units, with 3-bedrooms comprising 41.3% of total rentals. This range shows the diversity of options across bedroom sizes.

Median rent

Median rent in Wichita Falls

$1,050/mo

increased by6%

vs previous year

The average rent in Wichita Falls is $1,050 per month as of October 2026. This is 45% below the national average rent, or $850 less per month.

$0.94

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Wichita Falls

128

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Wichita Falls rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Wichita Falls, TX

Average rent prices in Wichita Falls have increased by 3% 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 Wichita Falls, TX

Rent prices in Wichita Falls vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Wichita Falls is $950, whereas a house costs $1,275. 1-bedroom apartments in Wichita Falls run $787 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,014.

Listings

Studio

$400

No Change

46%

1 bedroom

$750

No Change

2%

2 bedroom

$995

1%

5%

3 bedroom

$1,350

No Change

16%

4 bedroom

$2,275

43%

8%

Studio

Average rent

$400

Last year

46%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$750

Last year

2%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$995

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

5%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,350

Last year

16%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$2,275

Last 30 days

43%

Last year

8%

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

Compare median rent prices in Wichita Falls and Altus by all bedroom counts and property types.

Wichita Falls

Median rent price$1,050
decreased by45%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$987
decreased by48%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Wichita Falls, TX is 6% higher than the median rent in Altus, OK.

Cost of living in Wichita Falls, 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 & Services1% higher
Groceries3% lower
Health29% higher
Housing35% lower
Transportation14% lower
Utilities3% higher

Discover rentals in Wichita Falls, TX

601 Front St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Wichita Falls

ResidentialLease, Wichita Falls, TX

601 Front St, Wichita Falls, TX 76301

Studio

0 baths

$250

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.

1d ago

7.7

Very good

1706 & 1708 8th Street

1706/1708 8th Street, Wichita Falls, TX 76301

2 beds

1 bath

$725

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.
Wichita Falls Lofts - Photo 1 of 1
Income restricted

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Wichita Falls Lofts

3014 Seymour Rd, Wichita Falls, TX 76309

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$780–$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.
Beautifully renovated apartments in Wichita Falls - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

Beautifully renovated apartments in Wichita Falls

1200 Ridgeway Dr, Wichita Falls, TX 76306

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$787–$1,047

Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.

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Frequently asked questions for Wichita Falls, TX

Quick answers to common questions about the Wichita Falls rental market.

How much is rent in Wichita Falls?

The average rent in Wichita Falls is $1,050 per month as of October 31, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Wichita Falls?

Average rent prices in Wichita Falls have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.

How does Wichita Falls rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Wichita Falls is 45% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $850 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Wichita Falls?

To comfortably afford rent in Wichita Falls, you'd need to earn approximately $42,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Wichita Falls?

April offers the best rental deals in Wichita Falls, with rents running about 8.8% lower than February, which sees the highest prices of the year.

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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