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Rental Market Trends in Wilmer, TX

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wilmer, TX is $1,173/month.

Rent in Wilmer is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,173/month

Average Rent

703 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.5%

Change / Year

92

Available Apartments

Wilmer rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wilmer average $627 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wilmer average $1,173 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wilmer average $1,427 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wilmer average $1,675 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$627/month
410 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,173/month
703 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,427/month
921 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,675/month
1,185 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wilmer, TX?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $6 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wilmer, TX

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wilmer, TX
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
50% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wilmer, TX?

Because the average rent in Wilmer is $1,173, you’ll want to make about $3,910 per month or $46,920 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.

City

Wilmer, TX

92 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Wilmer, TX compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Wilmer, 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.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Lancaster

    Lancaster

    Avg Rent: $1,083/month

  • Seagoville

    Seagoville

    Avg Rent: $1,296/month

  • Balch Springs

    Balch Springs

    Avg Rent: $1,165/month

  • Red Oak

    Red Oak

    Avg Rent: $1,466/month

  • Mesquite

    Mesquite

    Avg Rent: $1,052/month

Apartment Communities in Wilmer We Think You'll Love

Market Place at Liberty Crossing

Market Place at Liberty Crossing

6000 Interstate 45,
Wilmer, TX 75172

1-4 Beds | $1,304 - $1,995

EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments

EMLI at Liberty Crossing Apartments

5900 S Interstate 45,
Wilmer, TX 75172

1-4 Beds | $999 - $1,993

Autumn Breeze

Autumn Breeze

301 Mars Rd,
Wilmer, TX 75172

1-3 Beds | $1,205 - $1,785

201 Green Meadows Rd

201 Green Meadows Rd

201 Green Meadows Rd,
Wilmer, TX 75172

3 Beds | $1,985

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wilmer?

The average rent in Wilmer is $1,173 per month, which is 29.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Wilmer?

Rents in Wilmer, TX are increasing, with prices up 0.5% year-over-year and $6 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wilmer?

In Wilmer, TX, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Texas Wilmer Rental Trends

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.

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