Average Rent in El Paso, TX (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso, TX is $1,046/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 50 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +0.4% year over year. Rents range from $920 to $1,470.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,046/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 50 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +0.4%
Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso, TX is $1,046/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 50 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 0.4% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso is 13% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in El Paso, TX ranges from $920 to $1,470 across 50 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in El Paso, TX is approximately 0.4% for 2026. An increase above 0.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in El Paso, TX?
The average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso, TX is $1,046/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 50 ZIP codes. Rents range from $920 to $1,470 depending on neighborhood — a $550/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $41,840/year.
Is rent going up in El Paso?
Rents in El Paso have increased 0.4% year over year based on local market data. This suggests a relatively stable rental market.
What is a fair rent increase in El Paso?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 0.4% is in line with the El Paso market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in El Paso
+0.4%
Rents in El Paso are holding steady at +0.4% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -1.4% to +3.2%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+3.2%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-1.4%).Landlords are asking more than renters are paying — this suggests renters may have negotiating leverage in El Paso right now.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in El Paso?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in El Paso typically rents for $847 – $915.
Rents above $1,052 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in El Paso typically rents for $1,046 – $1,130.
Rents above $1,300 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in El Paso typically rents for $1,231 – $1,329.
Rents above $1,528 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in El Paso typically rents for $1,688 – $1,823.
Rents above $2,096 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in El Paso typically rents for $2,066 – $2,231.
Rents above $2,566 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for El Paso
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$847
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$1,046
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,231
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,688
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$2,066
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in El Paso
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
Showing top 20 of 50 zip codes.
SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does El Paso Compare?
Questions about rent in El Paso
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso, TX?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in El Paso, TX is $1,046/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 50 ZIP codes in the city. This is 13% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $920 to $1,470 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in El Paso?
A rent increase up to about 0.4% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in El Paso. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $1,046/month.
Are rents going up or down in El Paso?
Rents in El Paso have increased 0.4% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 50 ZIP codes in the El Paso, TX HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across El Paso?
1-bedroom rents across El Paso range from $920 to $1,470 on this page, a $550/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in El Paso?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for El Paso. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in El Paso?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in El Paso at $1,046/month, a household would need approximately $41,840/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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