Rental GuideAbilene, TX

Abilene rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,495

Year Over Year Change

23%

$309

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Abilene apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

10%

$1,501 - $2,250

31%

$751 - $1,500

48%

$0 - $750

10%

31%

48%

How has rent in Abilene, TX changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Abilene, TX, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,495, which is a 23.31% increase year-over-year.

See more Abilene, TX rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Abilene, TX?

schools

7,117

students

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Who lives in Abilene, TX?

Gender

51% Male

49% Female

Age Range

0-19

27%

20-34

27%

35-44

12%

45-64

19%

65+

13%

Language

English

80%

Spanish

15%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

12%

High School

54%

Bachelor's

24%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Abilene, TX?

Families

44% Families

56% Single

Property

46% Renters

54% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

21%

25-50k

25%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

13%

100-150k

13%

150k+

How do residents get around Abilene, TX?

Abilene locals spend about 15 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Abilene is through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 160.85 miles away.

Walking

5/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

9/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Scores for Abilene are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Abilene, TX

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Abilene, 67% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Abilene

Quality schools

90%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

79%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

77%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Affordable housing

Job market

Nightlife

Weather

Public transportation

Cost of living

Dating scene

Affordable housing

69%

Job market

54%

Nightlife

46%

Weather

44%

Public transportation

31%

Cost of living

26%

Dating scene

23%

69%

54%

46%

44%

31%

26%

23%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Abilene, TX?

The overall cost of living in Abilene, TX is 9% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Abilene you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.07 per carton, and milk $4.63. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $111.94 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY	AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Goods & Services	6% lower
Groceries	4% lower
Utilities	9% higher
Transportation	4% lower
Health	4% lower

CATEGORY

Goods & Services