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McAllen rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 342 apartments for rent in McAllen, with a median rent price of $1,200 per month. McAllen has seen a 4%—or $54—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,200

Year Over Year Change

-4%

$54

Rentals available, last 30 days

342

Rent ranges for McAllen apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
2%
$2,251 - $3,000
7%
$1,501 - $2,250
18%
$751 - $1,500
63%
$0 - $750
10%

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

The average rent in McAllen, TX, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,200, which is a 3.79% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in McAllen, TX is about $796. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in McAllen, TX is $1,050, and studios are about $900 per month.

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

123

schools

74,217

students

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IDEA McAllen Academy

201 n bentsen rd

mcallen, TX, 78501

K-5Public
B

IDEA Tres Lagos Academy

5200 tres lagos blvd

mcallen, TX, 78504

PK, K-5Public
B

IDEA Los Encinos Academy

5400 s ware rd

mcallen, TX, 78503

K-5Public
B-

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Who lives in McAllen, TX?

Gender

50% Male
50% Female

Age Range

0-19

32%

20-34

21%

35-44

12%

45-64

21%

65+

12%

Language

English

25%

Spanish

72%

Indo Euro

0%

Asia Pac

2%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

23%

High School

38%

Bachelor's

26%

Master's

7%

Prof Degree

2%

Doctorate

1%

What is the household breakdown in McAllen, TX?

Families

47% Families
53% Single

Property

41% Renters
59% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

28%

25-50k

21%

50-75k

16%

75-100k

9%

100-150k

13%

150k+

9%

How do residents get around McAllen, TX?

McAllen locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work.

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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

What is the cost of living in McAllen, TX?

The overall cost of living in McAllen, TX is 15% 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 McAllen you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.96 per carton, and milk $4.54. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $91.69 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

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Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

8% lower

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Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

7% lower

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Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

20% higher

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Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

6% lower

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Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

21% lower

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