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Cypress

Pop. 49,498·126th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,132/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.2%
vs US Median
+$1,167
Rising (Monthly)
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Cypress · $3,132
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
63/100
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Rents are 6% below what Cypress's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$3,132/mo
Expected by trend
$3,348/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,210
1 BR
$2,310
2 BR
$2,730
3 BR
$3,690
4 BR+
$4,410
Research median
$2,730/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
$37,584/yr
At $3,132/mo median
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Rents are climbing (2.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cypress, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 50.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
49,498
Median income
$130,215
Median age
41.4
Renters
31.9%
Age distribution
22.1%
20%
27.7%
13.4%
16.8%
Under 1822.1%
18–3420%
35–5427.7%
55–6413.4%
65+16.8%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
35.5%
21.5%
38.4%
White35.5%
Black3%
Hispanic21.5%
Asian38.4%
Other1.7%
Education (25+)
14.5%
26.9%
50.7%
No HS diploma7.9%
HS diploma14.5%
Some college26.9%
Bachelor's+50.7%
Housing tenure
68.1%
31.9%
Owner68.1%
Renter31.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cypress, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,209 → $3,132
up 41.8%
Income
$109,180 → $130,215
up 19.3%
Population
50,279 → 49,498
down 1.6%
Renter share
31.8% → 31.9%
+0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
48.9% → 50.7%
+1.8 pts

The median rent in Cypress, CA stood at $2,209 in 2021 and currently runs about $3,132, reflecting a 41.8% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Cypress, CA now reports about $130,215, up from $109,180 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 50,279 residents to roughly 49,498. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Cypress, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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At $3,132/mo, how Cypress rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Cypress rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Cypress, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cypress is $3,132/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,210/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,310/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,690/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($130,215/yr), Cypress ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cypress an affordable city for renters?

Cypress is considered affordable for renters. At $3,132/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($130,215/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cypress falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Cypress?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $125,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,132/mo in Cypress. The local median household income is $130,215/yr, meaning the typical Cypress household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cypress?

Rent in Cypress has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Cypress rent compare to other cities in California?

Cypress is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #126 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,132/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cypress?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cypress ($3,132/mo): Buena Park ($2,603/mo), Stanton ($2,701/mo), Los Alamitos ($3,093/mo).

What percentage of Cypress residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.9% of Cypress households are renters, while 68.1% are owner-occupied. Cypress leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cypress rent compare to the national average?

Cypress's median rent of $3,132/mo is $1,167 (59%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #126 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,132/mo, rent takes ~29% of Cypress's median household income ($130,215/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cypress 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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