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Chino

Pop. 92,652·94th most expensive in California·Chino rents are up 5.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,388/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.0%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
+$1,423
Stable (Monthly)
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Chino · $3,388
More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
59/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Chino's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$3,388/mo
Expected by trend
$3,543/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,335
1 BR
$2,440
2 BR
$3,035
3 BR
$4,050
4 BR+
$4,930
Research median
$3,035/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
$40,656/yr
At $3,388/mo median
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Demographics

Who lives here

Chino, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
92,652
Median income
$104,682
Median age
36.2
Renters
36%
Age distribution
24.6%
22.7%
28.6%
12.2%
Under 1824.6%
18–3422.7%
35–5428.6%
55–6411.9%
65+12.2%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
24.9%
54.3%
19%
White24.9%
Black7.5%
Hispanic54.3%
Asian19%
Education (25+)
14.3%
25.8%
32.7%
27.2%
No HS diploma14.3%
HS diploma25.8%
Some college32.7%
Bachelor's+27.2%
Housing tenure
64%
36%
Owner64%
Renter36%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Chino, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,710 → $3,388
up 25.0%
Income
$91,107 → $104,682
up 14.9%
Population
90,279 → 92,652
up 2.6%
Renter share
37.4% → 36%
-1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
25.7% → 27.2%
+1.5 pts
Median age
37.2 → 36.2
-1.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Chino, CA has shifted from $2,710 to $3,388, up 25.0% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $91,107 in 2021 to $104,682 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Chino, CA adding about 2,373 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Chino, CA market of 2021.

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Chino rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Chino, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Chino is $3,388/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,335/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,035/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,050/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($104,682/yr), Chino ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Chino an affordable city for renters?

Chino is considered moderate for renters. At $3,388/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($104,682/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Chino slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Chino?

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 $3,388/mo in Chino. The local median household income is $104,682/yr, meaning the typical Chino household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Chino?

Rent in Chino has increased 5.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Chino neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Chino are 91710 ($3,230/mo), and 91708 ($3,440/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Chino is $3,388/mo.

How does Chino rent compare to other cities in California?

Chino is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #94 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,388/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Chino?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Chino ($3,388/mo): Pomona ($2,385/mo), Ontario ($2,635/mo), Montclair ($2,770/mo).

What percentage of Chino residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36% of Chino households are renters, while 64% are owner-occupied. Chino leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Chino rent compare to the national average?

Chino's median rent of $3,388/mo is $1,423 (72%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #94 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $3,388/mo, rent takes ~39% of Chino's median household income ($104,682/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Chino 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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