How much does it cost to rent in Agoura Hills, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Agoura Hills, CA is $4,530. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Agoura Hills cheaper than other California cities?

Agoura Hills is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #24 out of 387 cities tracked at $4,530/mo.

When was Agoura Hills rent data last updated?

Agoura Hills rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Agoura Hills

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Pop. 19,721·24th most expensive in California·Agoura Hills rents are up 15.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$4,530/mo

Year-over-Year

+15.9%

Month-over-Month

+7.5%

vs US Median

+$2,565

Rising (Monthly)

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Agoura Hills · $4,530

More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

41/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Agoura Hills's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$4,530/mo

Expected by trend

$4,344/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Agoura Hills's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,790

1 BR

$3,120

2 BR

$3,940

3 BR

$5,010

4 BR+

$5,550

Research median

$3,940/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$54,360/yr

At $4,530/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 15.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+15.9% YoY, +7.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Agoura Hills, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 67.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,721

Median income

$171,302

Median age

46.8

Renters

18.2%

Age distribution

22.7%

13.2%

26.5%

18.4%

19.1%

Under 1822.7%

18–3413.2%

35–5426.5%

55–6418.4%

65+19.1%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

69.7%

15.6%

White69.7%

Black0.9%

Hispanic15.6%

Asian7.1%

Other6.8%

Education (25+)

20.5%

67.5%

No HS diploma3.1%

HS diploma8.9%

Some college20.5%

Bachelor's+67.5%

Housing tenure

81.8%

18.2%

Owner81.8%

Renter18.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Agoura Hills, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$3,776 → $4,530

up 20.0%

Income

$141,099 → $171,302

up 21.4%

Population

20,362 → 19,721

down 3.1%

Renter share

19.9% → 18.2%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

65.2% → 67.5%

+2.3 pts

Median age

44.8 → 46.8

+2.0 yrs

Rent in Agoura Hills, CA has climbed 20.0% since 2022, going from about $3,776 per month to roughly $4,530 today. Census figures show median household income at $171,302 today, compared with $141,099 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 20,362 to 19,721 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.1% change. About 18.2% of households rent today, against 19.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 65.2% to 67.5%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Agoura Hills on your salary?

At $4,530/mo, how Agoura Hills rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 48.8% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 68.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 59.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 33.4% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 73.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 81.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 65.9% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Agoura Hills rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Agoura Hills. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Agoura Hills, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Agoura Hills is $4,530/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,790/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,940/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $5,010/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($171,302/yr), Agoura Hills ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 15.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Agoura Hills an affordable city for renters?

Agoura Hills is considered moderate for renters. At $4,530/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($171,302/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Agoura Hills slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Agoura Hills?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $181,000/year (~$87/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,530/mo in Agoura Hills. The local median household income is $171,302/yr, meaning the typical Agoura Hills household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Agoura Hills?

Rent in Agoura Hills has increased 15.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Agoura Hills rent compare to other cities in California?

Agoura Hills is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #24 out of 387 tracked cities at $4,530/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Agoura Hills?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Agoura Hills ($4,530/mo): Thousand Oaks ($3,274/mo), Oak Park ($3,286/mo), Calabasas ($3,781/mo).

What percentage of Agoura Hills residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18.2% of Agoura Hills households are renters, while 81.8% are owner-occupied. Agoura Hills leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Agoura Hills rent compare to the national average?

Agoura Hills's median rent of $4,530/mo is $2,565 (131%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #24 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $4,530/mo, rent takes ~32% of Agoura Hills's median household income ($171,302/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Agoura Hills 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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