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Killeen, TX 76542
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Rental Market Trends in Harker Heights, TX
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Harker Heights, TX is $853/month.
Rent in Harker Heights is 49% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$853/month
Average Rent
621 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.6%
Change / Year
259
Available Apartments
Harker Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Harker Heights average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Harker Heights average $853 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Harker Heights average $1,016 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Harker Heights average $1,693 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Harker Heights, TX?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.6%, which averages out to $14 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Harker Heights, TX
September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
29%
Below $700/month
43%
$700 - $1,000/month
14%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
14%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Harker Heights, TX?
Because the average rent in Harker Heights is $853, you’ll want to make about $2,843 per month or $34,116 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Harker Heights, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Harker Heights, TX to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Harker Heights Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Killeen
Avg Rent: $863/month
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Belton
Avg Rent: $1,117/month
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Salado
Avg Rent: $1,355/month
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Temple
Avg Rent: $1,049/month
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Jarrell
Avg Rent: $1,095/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Harker Heights?
The average rent in Harker Heights is $853 per month, which is 48.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Harker Heights?
The average rent for a house in Harker Heights, TX is $1,621 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Harker Heights?
The average rent for a townhome in Harker Heights, TX is $1,203 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Harker Heights?
Rents in Harker Heights, TX are decreasing, with prices down 1.6% year-over-year and $14 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Harker Heights?
In Harker Heights, TX, 43% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.