Housing in Henderson County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Henderson County averages $1,048/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Texas median of $1,403 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 30% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Henderson County FMR Area are $804 for a studio, $885 for 1‑bedroom, $1,075 for 2‑bedroom, $1,415 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,592 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $27 increase for a 2-bedroom in Henderson County shows a 3% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Henderson County was 4.5% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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