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Dublin

Pop. 70,803·114th most expensive in California·Dublin rents are up 5.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,233/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
+$1,268
Rising (Monthly)
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Dublin · $3,233
More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
43/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Dublin's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$3,233/mo
Expected by trend
$3,119/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Dublin's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,590
1 BR
$2,950
2 BR
$3,590
3 BR
$4,590
4 BR+
$5,460
Research median
$3,590/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
$38,796/yr
At $3,233/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.2% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dublin, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 69.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
70,803
Median income
$214,385
Median age
37.4
Renters
34.3%
Age distribution
25%
19.8%
37%
Under 1825%
18–3419.8%
35–5437%
55–648.6%
65+9.6%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
25.7%
55.2%
White25.7%
Black4.1%
Hispanic10.5%
Asian55.2%
Other4.5%
Education (25+)
15.6%
69.8%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma9.9%
Some college15.6%
Bachelor's+69.8%
Housing tenure
65.7%
34.3%
Owner65.7%
Renter34.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dublin, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,746 → $3,233
up 17.7%
Income
$171,168 → $214,385
up 25.2%
Population
69,818 → 70,803
up 1.4%
Renter share
35.6% → 34.3%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
67.6% → 69.8%
+2.2 pts
Median age
36.5 → 37.4
+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Dublin, CA has increased from $2,746 to $3,233, a 17.7% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $214,385 today, compared with $171,168 five years earlier. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.4% since 2021, moving from about 69,818 residents to roughly 70,803. College-educated residents now make up 69.8% of adults here, versus 67.6% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

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At $3,233/mo, how Dublin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Dublin rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Dublin, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dublin is $3,233/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,950/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,590/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($214,385/yr), Dublin ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dublin an affordable city for renters?

Dublin is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,233/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($214,385/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dublin falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Dublin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $129,000/year (~$62/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,233/mo in Dublin. The local median household income is $214,385/yr, meaning the typical Dublin household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dublin?

Rent in Dublin has increased 5.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dublin rent compare to other cities in California?

Dublin is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #114 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,233/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dublin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dublin ($3,233/mo): Castro Valley ($2,767/mo), Union City ($2,867/mo), Pleasanton ($3,180/mo).

What percentage of Dublin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.3% of Dublin households are renters, while 65.7% are owner-occupied. Dublin leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dublin rent compare to the national average?

Dublin's median rent of $3,233/mo is $1,268 (65%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #114 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,233/mo, rent takes ~18% of Dublin's median household income ($214,385/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dublin 18%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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