How much does it cost to rent in Antioch, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Antioch, CA is $2,575. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Antioch cheaper than other California cities?

Antioch falls in the middle range for California, ranking #251 out of 387 cities at $2,575/mo.

When was Antioch rent data last updated?

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

Is Antioch a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Antioch is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 9.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Antioch

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Pop. 116,477·251st most expensive in California·Antioch rents have dropped 9.7%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,575/mo

Year-over-Year

-9.7%

Month-over-Month

+3.9%

vs US Median

+$610

Rising (Monthly)

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Antioch · $2,575

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

82/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Antioch's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,575/mo

Expected by trend

$3,064/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,070

1 BR

$2,375

2 BR

$2,895

3 BR

$3,715

4 BR+

$4,400

Research median

$2,895/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

$30,900/yr

At $2,575/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 9.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-9.7% YoY, +3.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Antioch, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

116,477

Median income

$97,465

Median age

38.4

Renters

36.4%

Age distribution

22.8%

22.4%

26.4%

14.1%

14.3%

Under 1822.8%

18–3422.4%

35–5426.4%

55–6414.1%

65+14.3%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

27%

18.9%

35.6%

14.2%

White27%

Black18.9%

Hispanic35.6%

Asian14.2%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

14.7%

28.3%

33.1%

23.9%

No HS diploma14.7%

HS diploma28.3%

Some college33.1%

Bachelor's+23.9%

Housing tenure

63.6%

36.4%

Owner63.6%

Renter36.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Antioch, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,406 → $2,575

up 7.0%

Income

$82,244 → $97,465

up 18.5%

Population

114,750 → 116,477

up 1.5%

Renter share

38.1% → 36.4%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

22.4% → 23.9%

+1.5 pts

Median age

37 → 38.4

+1.4 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Antioch, CA has climbed from $2,406 to $2,575, a 7.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $82,244 to $97,465 across the same window, up 18.5% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 114,750 residents to roughly 116,477. Renters now make up 36.4% of households, compared with 38.1% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Antioch, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Antioch on your salary?

At $2,575/mo, how Antioch rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 46.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Antioch rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Antioch

About renting in Antioch, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Antioch is $2,575/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,070/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,895/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,375/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,715/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($97,465/yr), Antioch ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 9.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Antioch an affordable city for renters?

Antioch is considered moderate for renters. At $2,575/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($97,465/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Antioch slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Antioch?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $103,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,575/mo in Antioch. The local median household income is $97,465/yr, meaning the typical Antioch household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Antioch?

Rent in Antioch has decreased 9.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Antioch neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Antioch are 94509 ($2,127/mo), and 94531 ($3,339/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Antioch is $2,575/mo.

How does Antioch rent compare to other cities in California?

Antioch is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #251 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,575/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Antioch?

Pittsburg is nearby and more affordable at $2,396/mo, which is $179 less than Antioch.

What percentage of Antioch residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.4% of Antioch households are renters, while 63.6% are owner-occupied. Antioch leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Antioch rent compare to the national average?

Antioch's median rent of $2,575/mo is $610 (31%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #251 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,575/mo, rent takes ~32% of Antioch's median household income ($97,465/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Antioch 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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