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American Canyon

Pop. 21,691·141st most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,047/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+4.9%
vs US Median
+$1,082
Rising (Monthly)
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American Canyon · $3,047
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,047/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$122,000/yr
Local median income
$121,700/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using American Canyon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,110
1 BR
$2,350
2 BR
$3,080
3 BR
$4,010
4 BR+
$4,570
Research median
$3,080/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
$36,564/yr
At $3,047/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

American Canyon, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,691
Median income
$121,700
Median age
36.8
Renters
25.7%
Age distribution
25%
23.1%
26.1%
12.2%
13.7%
Under 1825%
18–3423.1%
35–5426.1%
55–6412.2%
65+13.7%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
27.8%
32.1%
33.6%
White27.8%
Black5.2%
Hispanic32.1%
Asian33.6%
Other1.3%
Education (25+)
14.8%
20.3%
32.1%
32.7%
No HS diploma14.8%
HS diploma20.3%
Some college32.1%
Bachelor's+32.7%
Housing tenure
74.3%
25.7%
Owner74.3%
Renter25.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How American Canyon, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$117,846 → $121,700
up 3.3%
Population
21,735 → 21,691
down 0.2%
Renter share
21.1% → 25.7%
+4.6 pts
Bachelor's+
32.9% → 32.7%
-0.2 pts

Household income in the area moved from $117,846 to $121,700 across the same window, up 3.3% versus 2021. The renter share has risen from 21.1% to 25.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

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At $3,047/mo, how American Canyon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

American Canyon rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in American Canyon. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in American Canyon, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in American Canyon is $3,047/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,110/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,010/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($121,700/yr), American Canyon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is American Canyon an affordable city for renters?

American Canyon is considered moderate for renters. At $3,047/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($121,700/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. American Canyon slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in American Canyon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $122,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,047/mo in American Canyon. The local median household income is $121,700/yr, meaning the typical American Canyon household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in American Canyon?

Rent in American Canyon has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does American Canyon rent compare to other cities in California?

American Canyon is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #141 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,047/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than American Canyon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than American Canyon ($3,047/mo): Vallejo ($2,181/mo), Benicia ($2,493/mo), Napa ($2,781/mo).

What percentage of American Canyon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.7% of American Canyon households are renters, while 74.3% are owner-occupied. American Canyon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does American Canyon rent compare to the national average?

American Canyon's median rent of $3,047/mo is $1,082 (55%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #141 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $3,047/mo, rent takes ~30% of American Canyon's median household income ($121,700/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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