Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
15%
Conroe
Conroe, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,158
Population
88,274
Renter Mix
48% Rent
Conroe is the ideal suburb where you’re close to the city and a national forest!
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Located 40 miles north of Houston, Conroe combines small-town atmosphere with contemporary living along the shores of Lake Conroe. The city offers year-round water recreation, including boating and fishing on its namesake lake. Downtown Conroe features the historic Crighton Theatre, built in 1935, which continues to host performances throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate W. Goodrich Jones State Forest, home to walking trails and native wildlife, including the protected red-cockaded woodpecker. Current rental trends show average prices ranging from $1,158 for one-bedroom units to $2,257 for four-bedroom homes, with most properties experiencing slight decreases in rates over the past year.
Housing options span from apartment communities to single-family homes across various neighborhoods, including the historic downtown area, lakefront properties near Lake Conroe, and the expanding west side. The Conroe Independent School District serves the area, while higher education options include Lone Star College-Montgomery and the University of St. Thomas campus. Entertainment and cultural attractions include the Owen Theatre, outdoor performances at Conroe Founder's Plaza and Heritage Place, and the Lone Star Monument and Historical Flag Park. Regular community events and festivals throughout the year showcase local culture and traditions, making Conroe an appealing option within the Greater Houston area.
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The sunrise over Conroe, TX.
A local resident gets her daily exercise at Candy Cane Park in Conroe.
A Spanish revival home sits on the shores of Lake Conroe.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,737
Average: $88,307
Education
19,883
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
42,854
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Conroe has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Conroe, TX is $1,117 for a studio, $1,158 for one bedroom, $1,447 for two bedrooms, and $1,989 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Conroe has decreased by -2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,158/month
727 Sq Ft
House
$2,353/month
1,897 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,088/month
1,415 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,688/month
1,383 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Conroe, TX is 11.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Conroe is 29.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,102 - $1,989. You can expect to pay 3.8% less for groceries, 5.3% less for utilities, and 12.3% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Conroe, TX is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Not Bikeable
Bikeability
10
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
745 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
636 Students
Eddie Ruth Lagway Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
770 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
657 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
944 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,344 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
758 Students
Donald J Stockton Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,357 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,289 Students
Quest Collegiate Academy - Shenandoah
Public
Grades K-8
354 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,672 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
299 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
4,915 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,504 Students
Booker T Washington High School
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mussel Pond Preserve
Military Bases
Airports
- George Bush Intcntl/Houston
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.