Apartments for rent in Leander, TX

Leander, a small city in Texas, has a population of just over 39,000. Families with young children can expect to fit right in, as kids under 5 make up an above-average percentage of the community, while retirees figure less prominently in the demographics. Overall, the city's population, with an average age of just under 33, skews younger than most cities in Texas. Only 20% of residents rent in Leander, as home ownership is common in the city. Relatively high rent costs may be playing a role, as the average rent of $1,445 a month is substantially higher than the state average of $1,029.

Compared to the Texas average, Leander has a relatively high number of residents older than 25 with Bachelor's degrees (15%). In addition, 22% have a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Leander residents work in one of three industries: retail, healthcare, and education. Combined, these industries account for 20% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 10% of the city's population works in management, making it the top profession in the city. Leander workers earn an average annual income of just over $96K, around $24,000 more than the average Texas resident. The city's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).

Averaging about 33 minutes, the commute time for Leander residents is longer than the Texas average of about 27 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the most common mode of getting to work, chosen by 47% of residents, while public transit is not extensively used. Walking isn't a common means of commuting to work.