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Average Rent in Concho County, TX Rents falling 8.1% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 3,301

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

Market Overview

Concho County, TX has rental prices ranging from $857/month to $1,633/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $880/month — 37% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $59,632/year, spending $880/month on a 1-bedroom represents 18% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Concho County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,092/month, Concho County ranks #54 most expensive of the 220 cities tracked in Texas — pricier than 74% of all US cities in our data.

The Concho County Rental Market

The Concho County, TX area has a population of about 3,301 and 22% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Concho County, TX have fallen by $96/month (8.1%) over the past year, from $1,188 to $1,092. This rate of decrease is significant and reflects softening demand or increased inventory in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Concho County, TX without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $35,200. The local median household income of $59,632 exceeds that threshold by $24,432, making Concho County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Concho County, TX has an unemployment rate of 4.2%, 0.3 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
$857
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$880
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,092
8.1% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,316
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,633
Average
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Is Concho County, TX Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$43,680/year
Local median income: $59,632
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,092/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 Concho County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Concho County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,092/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 2 years — worth it if you stay 2+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,092/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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