Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Richmond
Richmond, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,281
Population
14,612
Renter Mix
41% Rent
The city where history meets opportunity
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Richmond, Texas combines historic charm with suburban convenience 30 miles southwest of Houston. As the county seat of Fort Bend County, Richmond maintains its small-town character while offering easy access to Houston's amenities. The rental market includes both newer communities and historic properties, with current average rents ranging from $889 for studios to $2,857 for four-bedroom homes. While one-bedroom units have seen a slight decrease of 0.1% over the past year, larger units have experienced modest increases, with four-bedroom homes showing the strongest growth at 1.6% annually. Notable areas include Hillcrest and Winston Terrace, where mature oak trees line the streets among mid-century homes.
Richmond's history dates to 1837, making it one of the original 19 cities incorporated by the Republic of Texas. The downtown district preserves this heritage, housing local businesses and professional offices in restored historic buildings. Notable landmarks include St. John's United Methodist Church, a Texas Historic Landmark, and the Morton Cemetery, which contains the graves of significant Texas historical figures. Today's Richmond offers convenient shopping access along U.S. Route 59 and celebrates its heritage through annual traditions like the Fort Bend County Fair. The city continues to expand, particularly near the Grand Parkway, where new residential developments accommodate Richmond's growing population of over 11,600 residents.
Explore the City
The Fort Bend County Railroad Bridge in Richmond was built in 1899.
Richmond offers affordability, luxury, and everything in between.
Richmond is the perfect place to call home.
Sandy McGee's in Richmond is where southern comfort food meets modern hospitality.
Residents are enjoying a stroll on the sidewalk in Richmond.
Richmond is where southern charm meets modern living.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$53,555
Average: $72,883
Education
2,517
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,162
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Richmond has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
41%
Non-Renters
59%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Richmond, TX is $859 for a studio, $1,300 for one bedroom, $1,726 for two bedrooms, and $2,260 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Richmond has decreased by -2.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,300/month
770 Sq Ft
House
$2,580/month
2,271 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,606/month
1,687 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Richmond, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
1,214 Students
Carolyn And Vernon Madden Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
969 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,135 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
1,046 Students
Judge James C Adolphus Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
971 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,588 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,914 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,639 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
3,205 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,119 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,388 Students
ILTexas Katy-Westpark High School
Public
Grades 9-12
786 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
3,205 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,511 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,605 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
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Commuter Rail
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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.