Brazos County, Texas Housing Market
In Brazos County, Texas, the median home value is $296,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,193. This places Brazos County at #648 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #32 within Texas.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,080
- Establishments: 5,162
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,687
- Multi-family: 643
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 76,653 (avg $87,611)
- Outflow: 72,677 (avg $87,933)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 7 active ZIP codes in Brazos County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77801 | 299.6 | -10.69% | 2025 |
| 2 | 77840 | 400.0 | +4.55% | 2025 |
| 3 | 77807 | 321.9 | -1.76% | 2025 |
| 4 | 77803 | 337.4 | +6.85% | 2025 |
| 5 | 77802 | 295.4 | +5.79% | 2025 |
| 6 | 77845 | 276.3 | -0.49% | 2025 |
| 7 | 77808 | 306.7 | -1.80% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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View Mortgage Guide for Brazos County →How Brazos County Compares
| Metric | Brazos County | Texas Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $296,000 | $186,278 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,193 | $997 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 46.8% | 73.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 20.7 | 15.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Brazos County is 58.9% above the Texas state average and 30.0% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,193/month is 19.7% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 20.7, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Brazos County has an owner-occupancy rate of 46.8%, compared to 73.2% in Texas and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County | Maryland | $296,100 | $1,147 |
| Wrangell City and Borough | Alaska | $296,400 | $993 |
| Windsor County | Vermont | $296,400 | $1,118 |
| Lincoln County | Montana | $296,500 | $762 |
| Rabun County | Georgia | $295,200 | $1,047 |
Other Counties in Texas
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin County | $296,900 | $1,137 | 76.5% |
| Fayette County | $293,900 | $988 | 79.4% |
| Mason County | $293,600 | $800 | 79.7% |
| Brazoria County | $301,600 | $1,454 | 74.1% |
| Somervell County | $289,500 | $773 | 80.0% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).