Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
16%
Terrell, TX
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,229
Population
23,248
Renter Mix
46% Rent
Experience historic charm, modern delights, and small-town comfort
Suburban
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Historic
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Growing
Situated about 35 miles east of Dallas, Terrell is a small Texas town combining historic preservation with modern growth. This phenomenon is best exemplified by Terrell’s broad range of shopping opportunities—from the independent shops clustered in historic downtown to the national retailers that fill Tanger Outlets Terrell. The city also touts a bevy of charming old-fashioned homes in addition to a slew of new sleek developments.
Terrell residents enjoy the comfort of a close-knit community brought together for numerous special events, including the annual Terrell Heritage Jubilee, Antique Tractor Show, July 4th Fireworks Display, and Halloween Festival and Thrillvania. Locals often flock to the downtown area stretched along Moore Avenue, where they can try an array of diverse eateries, visit mom-and-pop shops, or even embark on a ghost tour.
History buffs delight in Terrell’s broad selection of specialty museums, such as the Griffith Homeplace Museum, Terrell Heritage Museum, and the No. 1 British Flying Training School Museum. Outdoor enthusiasts take to Ben Gill Park and the Scuba Ranch at Clear Springs for all kinds of recreational activities. Quick access to I-20 and U.S. 80 makes getting around from Terrell a breeze.
Explore the City
Some newer homes are available in this subdivision near Terrell High School.
The Iris Theater is one of the historic theater facades still standing in Terrell, TX.
Recreational opportunities in Terrell abound at these Ben Gill Park facilities.
At Books and Crannies in Downtown Terrell, thousands of books fill the shelves.
Locals head to Ben Gill Park for exercise with their four-legged friends.
Murals around downtown Terrell depict the town's heritage.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$57,908
Average: $67,011
Education
4,184
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,128
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Terrell has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Terrell, TX is $995 for a studio, $1,229 for one bedroom, $1,511 for two bedrooms, and $1,738 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Terrell has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,229/month
717 Sq Ft
House
$2,385/month
1,809 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Terrell, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
241 Students
Gilbert Willie Sr Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
701 Students
Public
Grades K-5
672 Students
Dr Bruce Wood Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
578 Students
TISD Child & Adolescent School
Public
Grades K-12
39 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,168 Students
Herman Furlough Jr Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,168 Students
TISD Child & Adolescent School
Public
Grades K-12
39 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,466 Students
TISD Child & Adolescent School
Public
Grades K-12
39 Students
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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 June 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.