Average Rent in Parmer County, TX↓ Rents falling 3.0% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 9,752
Market Overview
Parmer County, TX has rental prices ranging from $722/month to $1,590/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $727/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $68,164/year, spending $727/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Parmer County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $954/month, Parmer County ranks #122 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — pricier than 57% of all US cities in our data.
The Parmer County Rental Market
The Parmer County, TX area has a population of about 9,752 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Parmer County, TX have fallen by $30/month (3.0%) over the past year, from $984 to $954. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Parmer County, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,080. The local median household income of $68,164 exceeds that threshold by $39,084, making Parmer County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Parmer County, TX has an unemployment rate of 3.4%, 0.5 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Parmer County, TX Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in TXlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth | $1,371 | $1,461 | $1,705 | $2,256 | — |
| Dallas | $1,531 | $1,606 | $1,884 | $2,361 | — |
| Brazoria County | $951 | $1,138 | $1,260 | $1,683 | — |
| Houston | $1,226 | $1,279 | $1,529 | $2,038 | — |
| San Antonio | $1,116 | $1,231 | $1,501 | $1,907 | — |
| Austin | $1,549 | $1,650 | $1,949 | $2,484 | — |
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