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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Campbell, CA is $3,395. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Campbell cheaper than other California cities?

Campbell is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #89 out of 381 cities tracked at $3,395/mo.

When was Campbell rent data last updated?

Campbell rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Campbell, CA?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Campbell, CA at $3,360 per month, which is close to the $3,395 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Campbell

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Pop. 42,781·89th most expensive in California·Campbell rents are up 16.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,395/mo

Year-over-Year

+16.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$1,433

Rising (Monthly)

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Campbell · $3,395

More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

33/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% above what Campbell's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,395/mo

Expected by trend

$3,127/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,540

1 BR

$2,900

2 BR

$3,360

3 BR

$4,360

4 BR+

$4,760

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$3,360/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,395 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$40,740/yr

At $3,395/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 16.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+16.8% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Campbell, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 60.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

42,781

Median income

$145,268

Median age

39.9

Renters

48.3%

Age distribution

20.5%

22%

27.5%

13.4%

16.6%

Under 1820.5%

18–3422%

35–5427.5%

55–6413.4%

65+16.6%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

48.6%

19.5%

25.8%

White48.6%

Black1.6%

Hispanic19.5%

Asian25.8%

Other4.5%

Education (25+)

12.4%

21%

60.2%

No HS diploma6.5%

HS diploma12.4%

Some college21%

Bachelor's+60.2%

Housing tenure

51.7%

48.3%

Owner51.7%

Renter48.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Campbell, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,488 → $3,395

up 36.5%

Income

$130,171 → $145,268

up 11.6%

Population

43,954 → 42,781

down 2.7%

Renter share

50.4% → 48.3%

-2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

56.9% → 60.2%

+3.3 pts

Median age

39.1 → 39.9

+0.8 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Campbell, CA paid around $2,488 a month. That figure now sits near $3,395, up 36.5% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $130,171 in 2021 to $145,268 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Campbell, CA losing about 1,173 residents over the five-year window, down 2.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 50.4% to 48.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 56.9% to 60.2% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Campbell, CA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Campbell on your salary?

At $3,395/mo, how Campbell rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 51.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 44.7% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 55% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 60.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 49.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Campbell rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Campbell

About renting in Campbell, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Campbell is $3,395/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,900/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,360/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($145,268/yr), Campbell ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Campbell an affordable city for renters?

Campbell is considered affordable for renters. At $3,395/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($145,268/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Campbell falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Campbell?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $136,000/year (~$65/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,395/mo in Campbell. The local median household income is $145,268/yr, meaning the typical Campbell household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Campbell?

Rent in Campbell has increased 16.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Campbell rent compare to other cities in California?

Campbell is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #89 out of 381 tracked cities at $3,395/mo.

What percentage of Campbell residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.3% of Campbell households are renters, while 51.7% are owner-occupied. Campbell leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Campbell rent compare to the national average?

Campbell's median rent of $3,395/mo is $1,433 (73%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #89 out of 381 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $3,395/mo, rent takes ~28% of Campbell's median household income ($145,268/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Campbell 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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