Small city in Tarrant County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro

Living in Rendon, TX

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104th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 46 of 100
108th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Rendon gets an overall grade of C and ranks 104th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Schools scores low (10 of 100)
  • Errands and things to do scores low (2 of 100)
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Where Rendon is in Texas.
Population
14,632
Median rent
$1,3543% lower than Texas
Median home value
$362,60028% higher than Texas
Household income
$117,888Median
Average commute
32 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Rendon

Rendon sits about 31 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. About 14,632 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.

The median age is 39.4, 40% of households have children, 85% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $117,888 a year (50% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Rendon

  • High incomes. The median household earns $117,888, 50% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Rendon

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 32 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high here.

Who Rendon suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 17% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 50% higher than the Texas median, with 37 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 32% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 15% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 95% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,354 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 68% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA strong fit: the median rent of $1,354 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 98% for people on a budget.

Rendon report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Rendon with other US cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A-

    Median rent $1,354, homes cost 3.1x income.

    86 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade A

    Median household income $117,888, 2.4% unemployed.

    94 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade D-

    2 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.

    10 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade F

    4 grocery stores, 37 restaurants, 3 parks mapped in town.

    2 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 32 min, 13% work from home.

    2 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade C-

    31% have a bachelor’s degree.

    36 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade D+

    15% of adults uninsured.

    27 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade C+

    85% of homes owner-occupied.

    55 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade B

    95% of homes have broadband.

    69 of 100 vs US cities

Where Rendon stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 25%27 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 85%22 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median household income: $117,88850% higher than Texas ($78,476)

Worse than Texas

  • Average commute: 32 min20% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 31%3 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0.1%2 points lower than Texas (2.6%)

Cost of living in Rendon

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Rendon is $1,354 a month, about the same as the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $54,000 a year. Right now 25% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,481 for a one-bedroom, $1,745 for a two-bedroom and $2,284 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $362,600, 28% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,985 before tax, or $2,346 with property tax. That is $992 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Rendon pays $4,332 a year, about the same as the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

See the full cost of living breakdown for Rendon

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in RendonStudio$1,4611 bedroom$1,4812 bedrooms$1,7453 bedrooms$2,2844 bedrooms$2,866
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Fort Worth-Arlington, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent3% lower than Texas$1,354$1,403$1,413
Median home value28% higher than Texas$362,600$283,800$332,700
Home value to income15% lower than Texas3.1x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent27 points lower than Texas25%52%51%
Median property tax per yearAbout the same as Texas$4,332$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them22 points higher than Texas85%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,346
Mortgage payment
$1,985
Property tax
$361
Median rent, for comparison
$1,354

Based on a $362,600 home in Rendon, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Rendon

Rendon has 2 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Mansfield ISD and Everman ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
10
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
71
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • CTarver-Rendon Ag LeadershipElementary, Mansfield ISD75 of 100
  • DJohn and Polly Townley ElementaryElementary, Everman ISD66 of 100

Best neighborhoods in Rendon

We grade 5 areas inside Rendon. The top three are Southwest Rendon (B), East Rendon (B-) and West Rendon (C+). If price matters most, East Rendon has the lowest median rent among areas graded C or better, at $1,070 a month. West Rendon is the priciest, at $2,200. Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.

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    All 5 Rendon neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in Rendon

    Everyday places mapped inside Rendon, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Churchill Park, Burleson, Texas.

    The average one-way commute is 32 minutes, 20% longer than the Texas average. 13% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

    Downtown Dallas is about 31 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Rendon work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

    The median household income is $117,888, income per person is $50,741, unemployment is 2.4% and 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    4
    Pharmacies
    1
    Restaurants
    37
    Cafes
    1
    Bars
    5
    Parks
    3
    Gyms
    6
    Hospitals and urgent care
    0
    Childcare
    0
    Libraries
    0

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income50% higher than Texas$117,888$78,476$80,734
    Income per person25% higher than Texas$50,741$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.4%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty line10 points lower than Texas3.7%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher3 points lower than Texas31%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas89%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance5 points lower than Texas15%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internet3 points higher than Texas95%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute20% higher than Texas32 min27 min26 min
    Workers who work from home2 points lower than Texas13%14%15%
    Workers who work from home13%
    Workers who take transit0%
    Workers who walk0.1%
    Workers who bike0%

    Who lives in Rendon

    Under 1826%
    18 to 3417%
    35 to 6441%
    65 and over16%

    Median age 39.4 years. 40% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White71%
    Hispanic or Latino17%
    Black5.9%
    Asian1.8%
    Other or more than one race4.1%

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    Weather in Rendon

    Rendon has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 98 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in Rendon30°50°70°90°57J61F68M76A83M91J95J95A88S78O67N58DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Burleson, 8 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

    Natural hazard risk

    FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

    • River floodingHigh
    • HurricanesModerate
    • TornadoesVery high
    • HailVery high
    • Heat wavesVery high
    • WildfiresVery high
    • Winter stormsModerate
    • Strong windVery low

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Rendon

    Nearby, Everman gets a D-, Kennedale gets a C and Forest Hill gets a D. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. D-EvermanTown, 6,106 people4 mi
    2. CKennedaleTown, 9,439 people4 mi
    3. DForest HillSmall city, 14,062 people6 mi
    4. C+CrowleySmall city, 19,532 people7 mi
    5. A-MansfieldCity, 77,510 people7 mi
    6. B+Edgecliff VillageTown, 3,766 people8 mi

    Rendon in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

    How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
    3. 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
    4. 105C+Paloma Creek3,016 people31 mito downtown
    5. 106CProvidence Village8,721 people33 mito downtown
    6. 107CJoshua8,550 people43 mito downtown
    7. 108CRendon14,632 people31 mito downtown
    8. 109CRunaway Bay1,717 people69 mito downtown
    9. 110CReno3,272 people48 mito downtown
    10. 111CMabank5,187 people48 mito downtown

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    Living in Rendon: common questions

    Is Rendon, TX a good place to live?

    Rendon gets an overall grade of C and ranks 104th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and cost of living, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Rendon?

    Median rent in Rendon is $1,354 a month, 3% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $362,600, 28% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.1x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $2,346, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Rendon?

    We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Rendon. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 10 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in Rendon?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Rendon are Southwest Rendon, East Rendon and West Rendon. We score 5 areas in the city.

    Does Rendon flood?

    FEMA rates river flooding risk in Rendon as high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, tornadoes, heat waves, hail and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

    What is the weather like in Rendon?

    Summers in Rendon peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 98 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Rendon?

    The average one-way commute is 32 min, 20% higher than the Texas average. About 13% of workers work from home. It is about 31 miles from downtown Dallas.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.