Housing
Home prices and rent in Austin
Median home values, rents and incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with Texas and the U.S.
Census geography: Austin city, Texas. These survey estimates are not current listing prices.
Austin vs. Texas and the U.S.
| Austin | Texas | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $555,300 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $1,729 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median household income | $93,658 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Homes owned by occupants | 43% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year built | 1994 | 1992 | 1980 |
Questions
What is the median home value in Austin?
$555,300, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey (5-year estimates), compared with $283,800 in Texas and $332,700 nationally.
How much is rent in Austin?
Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,729 a month, versus $1,403 statewide.
Are these current market prices?
No. They are survey medians from the Census Bureau, based on a five-year survey period, so they lag today’s listings. They are the most consistent way to compare places and track change over time.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024), Austin city, Texas. Values are estimates with margins of error.