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Camarillo

Pop. 70,186·171st most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,885/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.5%
Month-over-Month
-1.9%
vs US Median
+$920
Falling (Monthly)
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Camarillo · $2,885
More expensive than 89% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
69/100
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Rents are 9% below what Camarillo's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,885/mo
Expected by trend
$3,184/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,130
1 BR
$2,445
2 BR
$2,925
3 BR
$3,990
4 BR+
$4,645
Research median
$2,925/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$34,620/yr
At $2,885/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.5% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.5% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Camarillo, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
70,186
Median income
$113,428
Median age
41.2
Renters
35.4%
Age distribution
20.7%
21.1%
23.3%
23%
Under 1820.7%
18–3421.1%
35–5423.3%
55–6411.9%
65+23%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
58.5%
30.3%
White58.5%
Black3.6%
Hispanic30.3%
Asian11.2%
Education (25+)
18.2%
32.8%
43.6%
No HS diploma5.5%
HS diploma18.2%
Some college32.8%
Bachelor's+43.6%
Housing tenure
64.6%
35.4%
Owner64.6%
Renter35.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Camarillo, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,368 → $2,885
up 21.8%
Income
$102,789 → $113,428
up 10.4%
Population
70,593 → 70,186
down 0.6%
Renter share
35.3% → 35.4%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
42.3% → 43.6%
+1.3 pts
Median age
40.6 → 41.2
+0.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Camarillo, CA paid around $2,368 a month. That figure now sits near $2,885, up 21.8% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $113,428 today, compared with $102,789 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Camarillo rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Camarillo, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Camarillo is $2,885/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,925/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,445/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,990/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($113,428/yr), Camarillo ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Camarillo an affordable city for renters?

Camarillo is considered moderate for renters. At $2,885/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($113,428/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Camarillo slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Camarillo?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $115,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,885/mo in Camarillo. The local median household income is $113,428/yr, meaning the typical Camarillo household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Camarillo?

Rent in Camarillo has decreased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Camarillo neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Camarillo are 93010 ($2,687/mo), and 93012 ($3,040/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Camarillo is $2,885/mo.

How does Camarillo rent compare to other cities in California?

Camarillo is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #171 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,885/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Camarillo?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Camarillo ($2,885/mo): Port Hueneme ($2,879/mo), Oxnard ($2,882/mo).

What percentage of Camarillo residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.4% of Camarillo households are renters, while 64.6% are owner-occupied. Camarillo leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Camarillo rent compare to the national average?

Camarillo's median rent of $2,885/mo is $920 (47%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #171 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,885/mo, rent takes ~31% of Camarillo's median household income ($113,428/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Camarillo 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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