How much does it cost to rent in Apple Valley, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Apple Valley, CA is $1,868. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Apple Valley cheaper than other California cities?

Apple Valley is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #361 out of 387 cities at $1,868/mo.

When was Apple Valley rent data last updated?

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

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Apple Valley

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Pop. 75,473·361st most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Apple Valley, CA

Median rent (all units)

$1,868/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

-$97

Rising (Monthly)

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Apple Valley · $1,868

More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

80/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 15% below what Apple Valley's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,868/mo

Expected by trend

$2,200/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,395

1 BR

$1,465

2 BR

$1,825

3 BR

$2,450

4 BR+

$2,985

Research median

$1,825/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

$22,416/yr

At $1,868/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.4% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Apple Valley, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

75,473

Median income

$69,882

Median age

36.5

Renters

30.1%

Age distribution

27.6%

20.1%

22.4%

18.4%

Under 1827.6%

18–3420.1%

35–5422.4%

55–6411.4%

65+18.4%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

52.3%

40.2%

White52.3%

Black7.8%

Hispanic40.2%

Asian3.6%

Education (25+)

13.4%

27.7%

40%

18.9%

No HS diploma13.4%

HS diploma27.7%

Some college40%

Bachelor's+18.9%

Housing tenure

69.9%

30.1%

Owner69.9%

Renter30.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Apple Valley, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,429 → $1,868

up 30.7%

Income

$61,758 → $69,882

up 13.2%

Population

75,311 → 75,473

up 0.2%

Renter share

33.7% → 30.1%

-3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

17.9% → 18.9%

+1.0 pts

Rent in Apple Valley, CA has increased 30.7% since 2021, going from about $1,429 per month to roughly $1,868 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Apple Valley, CA now reports about $69,882, up from $61,758 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 17.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 30.1% of households rent today, against 33.7% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Apple Valley, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Apple Valley on your salary?

At $1,868/mo, how Apple Valley rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 10.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 33.5% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

By apartment size

Apple Valley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Apple Valley

About renting in Apple Valley, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Apple Valley is $1,868/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,395/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,825/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,465/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,450/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($69,882/yr), Apple Valley ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Apple Valley an affordable city for renters?

Apple Valley is considered moderate for renters. At $1,868/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($69,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Apple Valley slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Apple Valley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,868/mo in Apple Valley. The local median household income is $69,882/yr, meaning the typical Apple Valley household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Apple Valley?

Rent in Apple Valley has decreased 2.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Apple Valley neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Apple Valley are 92308 ($1,812/mo), and 92307 ($1,898/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Apple Valley is $1,868/mo.

How does Apple Valley rent compare to other cities in California?

Apple Valley is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #361 out of 387 tracked cities at $1,868/mo.

What percentage of Apple Valley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.1% of Apple Valley households are renters, while 69.9% are owner-occupied. Apple Valley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Apple Valley rent compare to the national average?

Apple Valley's median rent of $1,868/mo is $97 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #361 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,868/mo, rent takes ~32% of Apple Valley's median household income ($69,882/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Apple Valley 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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