Special Interest
Housing in Walker County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Walker County averages $1,031/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 34% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Walker County FMR Area are $920 for a studio, $1,178 for 1‑bedroom, $1,299 for 2‑bedroom, $1,719 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,911 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $268 increase for a 2-bedroom in Walker County shows a 26% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Walker County was 4.1% in 2024, compared to Texas at 4.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
