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Housing in Ellis County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Ellis County averages $1,594/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 33% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Ellis County FMR Area are $1,736 for a studio, $1,808 for 1‑bedroom, $2,119 for 2‑bedroom, $2,668 for 3‑bedroom, and $3,392 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $525 increase for a 2-bedroom in Ellis County shows a 33% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Ellis County was 3.7% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
