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Average Rent in Wilbarger County, TX Rents rising 0.5% YoY🔻 6th cheapest in TX

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 12,712

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Wilbarger County, TX has rental prices ranging from $707/month to $1,421/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $711/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $51,626/year, spending $711/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Wilbarger County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $933/month, Wilbarger County ranks #215 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — more affordable than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Wilbarger County Rental Market

The Wilbarger County, TX area has a population of about 12,712 and 37% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Wilbarger County, TX have risen by $5/month (0.5%) over the past year, from $928 to $933. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Wilbarger County, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,440. The local median household income of $51,626 exceeds that threshold by $23,186, making Wilbarger County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Wilbarger County, TX has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, 0.5 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$707
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$711
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$933
0.5% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,124
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,421
Average
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Is Wilbarger County, TX Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,320/year
Local median income: $51,626
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $933/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in TXlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome 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

Rent or Buy in Wilbarger County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Wilbarger County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$933/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $933/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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