Special Interest
Housing in Castro County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Castro County averages $896/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 26% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Castro County FMR Area are $959 for a studio, $965 for 1‑bedroom, $1,266 for 2‑bedroom, $1,518 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,863 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $370 increase for a 2-bedroom in Castro County shows a 41% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Castro County was 2.8% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
