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Housing in Martin County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Martin County averages $971/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 24% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Martin County FMR Area are $1,496 for a studio, $1,564 for 1‑bedroom, $1,924 for 2‑bedroom, $2,404 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,854 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $953 increase for a 2-bedroom in Martin County shows a 98% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Martin County was 3.0% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
