Kyle

The Waterleaf Community has a rural country vibe in Kyle.
At the center of Kyle's downtown is the Downtown Kyle Park.
Fergus Park is a shaded park in the Plum Hills community.
Krug Activity Center is the former city hall of Kyle.
Kyle's new public library has all of the amenities of large libraries.

Kyle, TX Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,147

Population

59,063

Renter Mix

32% Rent

Fast-growing and ideally located, just 15 minutes from Austin

Great Location Park Space History Fast-Growing

Located in Texas Hill Country, Kyle sits 21 miles southwest of Austin, combining small-town atmosphere with suburban convenience. This growing community offers diverse housing options, from apartment communities to single-family homes.

Kyle's location along Interstate 35 provides easy access for commuters while offering distinctive local features like Lake Kyle and the citywide trail system, The Vybe. The Hays Consolidated Independent School District serves the area, and Texas State University is just seven miles away. Outdoor recreation opportunities include the Blanco River on the western edge of town, while the Katherine Anne Porter Literary Center preserves local history in the renowned author's childhood home. From 2000 to 2020, Kyle's population grew from 5,000 to more than 45,000 residents, reflecting its appeal while maintaining its close-knit community feel.

Explore the City

Fergus Park is a shaded park in the Plum Hills community.

Krug Activity Center is the former city hall of Kyle.

Kyle's new public library has all of the amenities of large libraries.

Hometown Kyle is a community that had a gated community feel.

Kyle has a large water conservation lake in the city surrounded by the golf course.

You're greeted by live oaks trees as you enter Fergus Park.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$89,643

Average: $98,342

Education

15,144

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

32,589

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

35 Years

Largest Age Group

35-44 Years

Approximately 18% of Residents

Under 20

27%

Over 65

10%

Housing Distribution

Kyle has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Kyle, TX is $1,034 for a studio, $1,147 for one bedroom, $1,534 for two bedrooms, and $1,898 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kyle has decreased by -13.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,147/month
722 Sq Ft
House
$2,063/month
1,760 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,633/month
1,269 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Kyle, TX

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Laura B Negley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,007 Students

Kyle Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

597 Students

Uhland Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

786 Students

Tobias Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

683 Students

IDEA Kyle Academy

Public

Grades K-5

684 Students

Laura B Wallace Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

789 Students

Armando Chapa Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

668 Students

D J Red Simon Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

733 Students

Lehman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,120 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website)
  • Wonder World Park

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Austin-Bergstrom International

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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.