Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Stafford, TX is $1,501.
Average rent in Stafford, TX
$1,501/mo
Stafford, TX average rental price, January 2026
The average monthly rent of apartments in Stafford, TX is $1,501.
What's the typical rent budget in Stafford, TX?
About 28% of apartment rents in Stafford, TX range between $1,501-$2,000.
Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 9% of apartments.
Around 59% of Stafford’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced
≤ $1000.
A share of 1% of apartment rentals in Stafford are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.
The largest share of rentals in Stafford, TX (59%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.
What is the price range for a studio apartment in Stafford, TX?
The price range for a studio apartment in Stafford, TX is between $1,216 and $3,018.
What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX?
The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX is between $989 and $3,185.
What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX?
The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX is between $1,189 and $4,127.
What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX?
The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Stafford, TX is between $1,661 and $6,521.
What type of rental buildings are in Stafford, TX?
In Stafford, 57% of the residents are renting compared to 43% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 32% of Stafford's rentals, 45% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 21% are single-family rentals.
What do typical apartment communities look like in Stafford, TX?
The average age of rental buildings in Stafford is 25 years old, with 50% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.
What apartment floorplans are common in Stafford, TX?
Rental apartments in Stafford come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.8% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 44% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 45% of all rentals in Stafford. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.
Renter's guide to Stafford, TX
Stafford is a suburb of Houston, Texas, and a city within the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land metropolitan area, located mostly within Fort Bend County. This relatively small town offers a suburban feel, while providing plenty of amenities to keep residents occupied. It’s widely regarded as one of the best places to live in Texas, ranking as the most diverse suburb in the State, and the 18th best Texas suburb for young professionals.
With a population of 18,092, Stafford is among the smaller Houston suburbs. Neighboring Missouri City for example, has a population of 67,358, while nearby Sugar Land has 78,817. Stafford is also smaller in terms of area, with 7 sq. miles, making it almost 100 times smaller than Houston proper.
The city is located about 18 miles southwest of downtown Houston, which can be reached within 30 minutes via the US-90 Alternate, a highway that passes through the south of the city. Interstate 69 also passes through the city, and both connect with the Sam Houston Tollway, which circles Houston and provides routes in all directions. Interstate 69 can be followed west to Victoria, which is just over 100 miles away.
Stafford can be described as having a humid subtropical climate, which leads to hot, humid summers, and mild to cool winters. The city sees 51 inches of rain per year, 13 inches more than the national average, with May to October typically seeing the most rain. July is typically the hottest month, with highs of 94°F, while January normally sees lows of 43°F.
Tips for renting in Stafford, TX
Stafford is a fantastic place to move to if you have work arranged in or near the city. Poor public transport options mean that it’s difficult to commute to downtown Houston, or other cities, unless you own a private vehicle. In this case, travel is relatively quick and easy in all directions, making Stafford a great base. But a private vehicle is not essential to living in Stafford, as you can find most of what you need within walking distance.
One of the most popular areas include the neighborhoods around ‘The Fountains’, on the west side of IS 69. These neighborhoods are close to the shopping mall, as well as a wealth of entertainment venues. In addition, they also have quick and easy access to the freeway and are somewhat removed from the more industrial commercial center of the older part of town. For a less urban area, the Promenade at Stafford Run is also close to several amenities, but also enjoys more green space, as well as access to Highway 90 Alternate.
There are more houses than apartment buildings in Stafford, though more complexes are under construction. This is good for families, but it may be difficult to find somewhere small enough if you’re a young professional.
Living in Stafford, TX
Stafford is a small-town, and while it does have a sense of community, it’s not so close-knit as you might imagine. Many residents tend to keep to themselves, so if you’re wary of people knowing your business, have no fear. It’s small enough that most of the essentials are easily reachable and depending on which part of town you live in, you can often find everything within walking distance.
Good school systems, plenty of affordable housing, and relatively low crime rates make the city extremely attractive to families. However, there are also plenty of opportunities to find work, with around 15 business centers in and around the city. As such, many young professionals are also attracted, leading to a diverse community.
Public transport options are extremely limited, but there are good road connections, allowing you to travel in any direction quickly and easily. Some might say that the nightlife isn’t the most exciting, though other options exist in nearby cities.
Things to do in Stafford, TX
Stafford has around 35.6 acres of green space that is dedicated as municipal parks. Fountain Lake Park is popular with dog-walkers, joggers, and families, and it features a lit-trail, duck pond, playgrounds, and picnic areas. It’s also filled with trees, providing much-needed shade on those hot summer days.
The best place for shopping in Stafford is the Fountains on the Lake shopping mall. This strip mall is lined with a wide variety of stores, supplying everything from groceries to clothes, and much more. There are also a number of cafes, restaurants and bars located within the mall, plus the AMC movie theater.
You won’t find too many big brand chain restaurants in Stafford, instead you’re treated to a number of ma and pa joints, offering a variety of dishes, including Tex-Mex, seafood, and even African cuisine. If you like burgers, you’re in for a treat, and 2 stand-out restaurants include Tornado Burger and Best Burgers.
For music lovers, it’s worth checking out The Pub Fountains, which hosts regular gigs and an annual festival. It’s a must for beer fans as well, with a selection of over 50 local craft beers.
For music lovers, it’s worth checking out The Pub Fountains, which hosts regular gigs and an annual festival. It’s a must for beer fans as well, with a selection of over 50 local craft beers.
Stafford, TX employment & economy
With a median household income of $59,303, residents of Stafford earn about the same as the national, state, and county averages. The most common industry in the city is health care and social assistance, which employs over 17% of the workforce. Retail trade is the second most common industry, employing over 12%. The highest paying industries in Stafford are mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, which the city specializes in, followed by agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, and mining.
The most common jobs include office & administrative support occupations (18.1%), management occupations (11.2%), and sales and related occupations (10.3%). However, the highest paid residents of Stafford work in computer and mathematical occupations.
Education in Stafford, TX
Stafford is served by the Stafford Municipal School District, the only municipal school district in Texas, with schools controlled by the city, rather than an independent school board. There are 24 public schools in the city, 5 high schools, 5 middle schools, and 14 elementary schools.
The top-rated high school is Stafford High School, which ranks among the best high schools for athletes in Texas. Stafford Intermediate School ranks as the top middle school, consistently performing above average, with high test scores. Meadows Elementary School is the top-rated elementary school, with ratings that are well above average in almost all areas.
Houston Community College has a well-equipped campus in Stafford and offers a huge range of degree programs and courses, as well as adult education.
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