Special Interest
Housing in Erath County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Erath County averages $1,146/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 35% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Erath County FMR Area are $968 for a studio, $975 for 1‑bedroom, $1,279 for 2‑bedroom, $1,779 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,075 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $133 increase for a 2-bedroom in Erath County shows a 12% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Erath County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
