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

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Fairfield, CA is $2,447. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fairfield cheaper than other California cities?

Fairfield is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #264 out of 379 cities at $2,447/mo.

When was Fairfield rent data last updated?

Fairfield rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 30, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Fairfield

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Pop. 120,785·264th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Fairfield, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,447/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$517

Rising (Monthly)

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Fairfield · $2,447

More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,875

1 BR

$2,065

2 BR

$2,635

3 BR

$3,530

4 BR+

$4,010

Research median

$2,635/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 30, 2026

Annual cost

$29,364/yr

At $2,447/mo median

Market timing

Rents rising

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Rent Reality Score

70/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,447/mo

Expected by trend

$2,716/mo

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

Demographics

Who lives here

Fairfield, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

120,785

Median income

$101,895

Median age

36.9

Renters

38.7%

Age distribution

24.1%

23.2%

26.2%

14.9%

Under 1824.1%

18–3423.2%

35–5426.2%

55–6411.5%

65+14.9%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

32.2%

14.5%

32.7%

18.1%

White32.2%

Black14.5%

Hispanic32.7%

Asian18.1%

Other2.5%

Education (25+)

13.4%

24.6%

35.4%

26.6%

No HS diploma13.4%

HS diploma24.6%

Some college35.4%

Bachelor's+26.6%

Housing tenure

61.3%

38.7%

Owner61.3%

Renter38.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fairfield, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,045 → $2,447

up 19.7%

Income

$92,625 → $101,895

up 10.0%

Population

118,932 → 120,785

up 1.6%

Renter share

40.1% → 38.7%

-1.4 pts

Bachelor's+

28% → 26.6%

-1.4 pts

Median age

35.2 → 36.9

+1.7 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Fairfield, CA has climbed from $2,045 to $2,447, a 19.7% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $92,625 to $101,895 across the same window, up 10.0% 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 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 118,932 residents to roughly 120,785. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Fairfield, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fairfield on your salary?

At $2,447/mo, how Fairfield rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 43.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fairfield rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fairfield, CA

Last updated: May 30, 2026

The median rent in Fairfield is $2,447/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,875/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,635/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,065/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,530/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($101,895/yr), Fairfield ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairfield an affordable city for renters?

Fairfield is considered affordable for renters. At $2,447/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($101,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairfield falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,447/mo in Fairfield. The local median household income is $101,895/yr, meaning the typical Fairfield household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fairfield?

Rent in Fairfield has increased 0.6% over the past year as of May 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fairfield neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fairfield are 94533 ($2,307/mo), and 94534 ($2,658/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fairfield is $2,447/mo.

How does Fairfield rent compare to other cities in California?

Fairfield is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #264 out of 379 tracked cities at $2,447/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairfield ($2,447/mo): Vallejo ($2,131/mo), Benicia ($2,446/mo).

What percentage of Fairfield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.7% of Fairfield households are renters, while 61.3% are owner-occupied. Fairfield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fairfield rent compare to the national average?

Fairfield's median rent of $2,447/mo is $517 (27%) above the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within California, it ranks #264 out of 379 tracked cities.

Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,447/mo, rent takes ~29% of Fairfield's median household income ($101,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fairfield 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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