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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Danville, CA is $4,133. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Danville cheaper than other California cities?

Danville is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #38 out of 387 cities tracked at $4,133/mo.

When was Danville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · CA

Danville

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Pop. 43,401·38th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$4,133/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.4%

Month-over-Month

-6.3%

vs US Median

+$2,168

Falling (Monthly)

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Danville · $4,133

More expensive than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Danville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$4,133/mo

Expected by trend

$4,336/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,520

1 BR

$2,865

2 BR

$3,490

3 BR

$4,465

4 BR+

$5,305

Research median

$3,490/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

$49,596/yr

At $4,133/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 4.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.4% YoY, -6.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Danville, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 73.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

43,401

Median income

$232,216

Median age

45.4

Renters

14.5%

Age distribution

25.4%

29.3%

13.7%

19.9%

Under 1825.4%

18–3411.7%

35–5429.3%

55–6413.7%

65+19.9%

Gender

50.3%

49.7%

Male50.3%

Female49.7%

Race & ethnicity

65.1%

21.2%

White65.1%

Black0.6%

Hispanic9.5%

Asian21.2%

Other3.7%

Education (25+)

17.3%

73.9%

No HS diploma2.1%

HS diploma6.8%

Some college17.3%

Bachelor's+73.9%

Housing tenure

85.5%

14.5%

Owner85.5%

Renter14.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Danville, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$3,575 → $4,133

up 15.6%

Income

$181,453 → $232,216

up 28.0%

Population

43,673 → 43,401

down 0.6%

Renter share

14.2% → 14.5%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

70.4% → 73.9%

+3.5 pts

Median age

46.9 → 45.4

-1.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Danville, CA has shifted from $3,575 to $4,133, up 15.6% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Danville, CA now reports about $232,216, up from $181,453 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 70.4% to 73.9% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Danville, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Danville on your salary?

At $4,133/mo, how Danville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 62.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 54.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 66.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 74.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 60.1% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Danville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Danville, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Danville is $4,133/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,520/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,865/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,465/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($232,216/yr), Danville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Danville an affordable city for renters?

Danville is considered very affordable for renters. At $4,133/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($232,216/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Danville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Danville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $165,000/year (~$79/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,133/mo in Danville. The local median household income is $232,216/yr, meaning the typical Danville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Danville?

Rent in Danville has increased 4.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Danville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Danville are 94526 ($4,057/mo), and 94506 ($4,269/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Danville is $4,133/mo.

How does Danville rent compare to other cities in California?

Danville is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #38 out of 387 tracked cities at $4,133/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Danville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Danville ($4,133/mo): Castro Valley ($2,767/mo), Walnut Creek ($3,003/mo), Pleasanton ($3,180/mo).

What percentage of Danville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.5% of Danville households are renters, while 85.5% are owner-occupied. Danville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Danville rent compare to the national average?

Danville's median rent of $4,133/mo is $2,168 (110%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #38 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $4,133/mo, rent takes ~21% of Danville's median household income ($232,216/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Danville 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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