Highest renter share, US cities · 1990
US cities with the highest share of renter-occupied housing units (2023 ACS). Lackland AFB, Texas leads at 100.0%. 6,058 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Texas carries 4 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-06-02 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest renter-occupied?
Lackland AFB, Texas ranks #1 with 100.0% (1990 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by renter-occupied?
Lackland AFB, Texas, Air Force Academy, Colorado, Fort Carson, Colorado, Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Fort Drum, New York.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,058 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 1990 ACS 5-year data.
How is renter-occupied measured?
Share of occupied homes that are renter-occupied. Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (1990).