How much does it cost to rent in Elk Grove, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Elk Grove, CA is $2,688. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Elk Grove cheaper than other California cities?

Elk Grove falls in the middle range for California, ranking #221 out of 387 cities at $2,688/mo.

When was Elk Grove rent data last updated?

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

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Elk Grove

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Pop. 179,155·221st most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,688/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.6%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$723

Rising (Monthly)

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Elk Grove · $2,688

More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,688/mo

Expected by trend

$2,982/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,033

1 BR

$2,150

2 BR

$2,667

3 BR

$3,617

4 BR+

$4,177

Research median

$2,667/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

$32,256/yr

At $2,688/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Elk Grove, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

179,155

Median income

$125,924

Median age

39.4

Renters

26.2%

Age distribution

25.2%

18.9%

29.3%

12.7%

13.9%

Under 1825.2%

18–3418.9%

35–5429.3%

55–6412.7%

65+13.9%

Gender

48.6%

51.4%

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

Race & ethnicity

32.5%

17.9%

31.5%

White32.5%

Black10.7%

Hispanic17.9%

Asian31.5%

Other7.3%

Education (25+)

17.7%

34.5%

38.9%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma17.7%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+38.9%

Housing tenure

73.8%

26.2%

Owner73.8%

Renter26.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Elk Grove, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,182 → $2,688

up 23.2%

Income

$106,797 → $125,924

up 17.9%

Population

175,510 → 179,155

up 2.1%

Renter share

26% → 26.2%

+0.2 pts

Bachelor's+

37.1% → 38.9%

+1.8 pts

Median age

38.1 → 39.4

+1.3 yrs

The median rent in Elk Grove, CA stood at $2,182 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,688, reflecting a 23.2% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $106,797 to $125,924 across the same window, up 17.9% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.1% since 2021, moving from about 175,510 residents to roughly 179,155. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Elk Grove, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Elk Grove on your salary?

At $2,688/mo, how Elk Grove rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 43.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 48.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Elk Grove rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Elk Grove, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Elk Grove is $2,688/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,033/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,667/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,617/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($125,924/yr), Elk Grove ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Elk Grove an affordable city for renters?

Elk Grove is considered affordable for renters. At $2,688/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($125,924/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Elk Grove falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Elk Grove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,688/mo in Elk Grove. The local median household income is $125,924/yr, meaning the typical Elk Grove household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Elk Grove?

Rent in Elk Grove has increased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Elk Grove neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Elk Grove are 95758 ($2,527/mo), 95624 ($2,682/mo), and 95757 ($2,928/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Elk Grove is $2,688/mo.

How does Elk Grove rent compare to other cities in California?

Elk Grove is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #221 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,688/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Elk Grove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Elk Grove ($2,688/mo): La Riviera ($1,909/mo), Sacramento ($2,071/mo), Florin ($2,111/mo).

What percentage of Elk Grove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.2% of Elk Grove households are renters, while 73.8% are owner-occupied. Elk Grove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Elk Grove rent compare to the national average?

Elk Grove's median rent of $2,688/mo is $723 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #221 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,688/mo, rent takes ~26% of Elk Grove's median household income ($125,924/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Elk Grove 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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