salaryRent is higher than in 63% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.6 years of household income. Most households rent (62%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $75,680 a year. That is $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Texas cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Texas. It is number 318 of 426 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Irving?
Share of households by yearly income. 28.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Irving
| Size | Irving | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,459 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,506 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,827 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,100 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,603 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Irving overall?
Everyday prices in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro area are 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.1, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Irving
Life in Irving
What jobs pay in Irving
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $168,510 | 13.5% |
| Pharmacist | $138,170 | 16.4% |
| Physician Assistant | $134,900 | 16.8% |
| Software Developer | $133,290 | 17.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,980 | 17.3% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | 18.5% |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | 20.5% |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | 22.3% |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | 22.4% |
| Civil Engineer | $96,920 | 23.4% |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | 24.4% |
| Accountant | $82,620 | 27.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | 30.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | 34.9% |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | 35.0% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $64,370 | 35.3% |
| Plumber | $61,250 | 37.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | 38.1% |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | 38.1% |
| Electrician | $59,010 | 38.5% |
| Carpenter | $48,740 | 46.6% |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | 50.5% |
| Medical Assistant | $43,100 | 52.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,530 | 58.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,510 | 59.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,490 | 62.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,400 | 68.0% |
| Cashier | $29,910 | 75.9% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | 94.0% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Irving?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $298 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $315,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $31,560 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Irving, TX?
Renting in Irving costs a median of about $1,892 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Texas median is $1,451.
How much do I need to make to live in Irving?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $75,680 a year, or $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Irving cheap or expensive?
Irving is rated OK: rent takes 25.7% of the typical household income of $88,254. It ranks 318th cheapest of 426 Texas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Irving?
The median homeowner in Irving pays $4,752 a year in property taxes, about 1.51% of the median home value.
Is Irving more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 3% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Irving?
The median home value in Irving is $315,600, about 3.6 times the typical yearly household income.
256,492 people live in Irving. Numbers are typical (middle) values.