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Average Rent in Childress County, TX Rents falling 6.2% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 6,772

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

Market Overview

Childress County, TX has rental prices ranging from $766/month to $1,459/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $828/month — 41% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $60,333/year, spending $828/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Childress County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $976/month, Childress County ranks #110 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — pricier than 60% of all US cities in our data.

The Childress County Rental Market

The Childress County, TX area has a population of about 6,772 and 36% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Childress County, TX have fallen by $65/month (6.2%) over the past year, from $1,041 to $976. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Childress County, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $33,120. The local median household income of $60,333 exceeds that threshold by $27,213, making Childress County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Childress County, TX has an unemployment rate of 2.7%, 1.2 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 FY2025
Studio
$766
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$828
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$976
6.2% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,275
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,459
Affordable
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Is Childress County, TX Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$39,040/year
Local median income: $60,333
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $976/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 Childress County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Childress County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$976/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 5 years — worth it if you stay 5+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $976/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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