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

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Exeter, CA is $1,724. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Exeter cheaper than other California cities?

Exeter is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #362 out of 379 cities at $1,724/mo.

When was Exeter rent data last updated?

Exeter rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 18, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Exeter

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Pop. 10,258·362nd most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Exeter, CA

Median rent (all units)

$1,724/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+16.0%

vs US Median

-$206

Rising (Monthly)

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Exeter · $1,724

More affordable than 59% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,140

1 BR

$1,150

2 BR

$1,510

3 BR

$2,080

4 BR+

$2,400

Research median

$1,510/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: May 18, 2026

Annual cost

$20,688/yr

At $1,724/mo median

Market timing

Rents rising

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Demographics

Who lives here

Exeter, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,258

Median income

$75,769

Median age

34.8

Renters

45.3%

Age distribution

28.7%

21.7%

26.9%

13.9%

Under 1828.7%

18–3421.7%

35–5426.9%

55–648.7%

65+13.9%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

51.2%

58.5%

White51.2%

Hispanic58.5%

Asian3.5%

Education (25+)

13.8%

31.4%

40.9%

13.9%

No HS diploma13.8%

HS diploma31.4%

Some college40.9%

Bachelor's+13.9%

Housing tenure

54.7%

45.3%

Owner54.7%

Renter45.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Exeter, CA has changed in 5 years

Income

$55,519 → $75,769

up 36.5%

Population

10,349 → 10,258

down 0.9%

Renter share

36.5% → 45.3%

+8.8 pts

Bachelor's+

14.3% → 13.9%

-0.4 pts

Median age

31.9 → 34.8

+2.9 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Exeter, CA now reports about $75,769, up from $55,519 in 2021. The renter share has risen from 36.5% to 45.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Exeter on your salary?

At $1,724/mo, how Exeter rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 12.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 9.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 30.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 25.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Exeter rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Exeter

About renting in Exeter, CA

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Exeter is $1,724/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,150/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,080/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($75,769/yr), Exeter ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Exeter an affordable city for renters?

Exeter is considered affordable for renters. At $1,724/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($75,769/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Exeter falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Exeter?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,724/mo in Exeter. The local median household income is $75,769/yr, meaning the typical Exeter household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Exeter?

Rent in Exeter has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of May 2026.

How does Exeter rent compare to other cities in California?

Exeter is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #362 out of 379 tracked cities at $1,724/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Exeter?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Exeter ($1,724/mo): Porterville ($1,252/mo), Reedley ($1,680/mo).

What percentage of Exeter residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.3% of Exeter households are renters, while 54.7% are owner-occupied. Exeter leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Exeter rent compare to the national average?

Exeter's median rent of $1,724/mo is $206 (11%) below the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within California, it ranks #362 out of 379 tracked cities.

Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,724/mo, rent takes ~27% of Exeter's median household income ($75,769/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Exeter 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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