Rental GuideWaco, TX

Waco rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,500

Year Over Year Change

$118

Rentals available, last 30 days

379

Rent ranges for Waco 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

11%

$1,501 - $2,250

35%

$751 - $1,500

46%

$0 - $750

11%

35%

46%

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

The average rent in Waco, TX, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,500, which is a 7.56% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Waco, TX is about $1,062. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Waco, TX is $1,300, and studios are about $1,449 per month.

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

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

schools

7,117

students

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Who lives in Waco, TX?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

29%

20-34

28%

35-44

10%

45-64

18%

65+

12%

Language

English

75%

Spanish

21%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

17%

High School

48%

Bachelor's

24%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Waco, TX?

Families

36% Families

64% Single

Property

53% Renters

47% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

32%

25-50k

26%

50-75k

14%

75-100k

100-150k

150k+

How do residents get around Waco, TX?

Waco locals spend about 17 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Waco is through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 93.42 miles away.

Walking

5/10

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

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

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

Satisfaction survey results for Waco, TX

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Waco, 43% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Waco

Parks & recreation

51%Satisfaction rating

Quality schools

51%Satisfaction rating

Affordable housing

43%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Job market

Public transportation

Pet friendly

Dating scene

Nightlife

Cost of living

Weather

Job market

43%

Public transportation

43%

Pet friendly

35%

Dating scene

35%

Nightlife

27%

Cost of living

18%

Weather

16%

43%

35%

27%

18%

16%

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 Waco, TX?

The overall cost of living in Waco, TX is 8% 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 Waco you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.05 per carton, and milk $4.61. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $133.83 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.