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Fallbrook

Pop. 32,112·142nd most expensive in California·Fallbrook rents are up 12.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,045/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.5%
Month-over-Month
+4.4%
vs US Median
+$1,080
Rising (Monthly)
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Fallbrook · $3,045
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
49/100
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OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Fallbrook's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$3,045/mo
Expected by trend
$3,036/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,660
1 BR
$1,800
2 BR
$2,230
3 BR
$2,980
4 BR+
$3,630
Research median
$2,230/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
$36,540/yr
At $3,045/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 12.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.5% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fallbrook, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
32,112
Median income
$96,394
Median age
35
Renters
41.5%
Age distribution
26.3%
23.7%
22%
16.4%
Under 1826.3%
18–3423.7%
35–5422%
55–6411.6%
65+16.4%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
42.4%
53.1%
White42.4%
Black3.4%
Hispanic53.1%
Asian3.1%
Education (25+)
16.9%
25.9%
30.3%
26.9%
No HS diploma16.9%
HS diploma25.9%
Some college30.3%
Bachelor's+26.9%
Housing tenure
58.5%
41.5%
Owner58.5%
Renter41.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Fallbrook, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,590 → $3,045
up 17.6%
Income
$73,165 → $96,394
up 31.7%
Population
32,999 → 32,112
down 2.7%
Renter share
40.9% → 41.5%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
26.2% → 26.9%
+0.7 pts
Median age
34.5 → 35
+0.5 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Fallbrook, CA paid around $2,590 a month. That figure now sits near $3,045, up 17.6% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Fallbrook, CA now reports about $96,394, up from $73,165 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. Census counts show Fallbrook, CA losing about 887 residents over the five-year window, down 2.7% on net. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Fallbrook, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Fallbrook, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fallbrook is $3,045/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,660/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,230/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,800/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,980/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($96,394/yr), Fallbrook ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fallbrook an affordable city for renters?

Fallbrook is considered moderate for renters. At $3,045/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($96,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fallbrook slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fallbrook?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $122,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,045/mo in Fallbrook. The local median household income is $96,394/yr, meaning the typical Fallbrook household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fallbrook?

Rent in Fallbrook has increased 12.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fallbrook rent compare to other cities in California?

Fallbrook is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #142 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,045/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fallbrook?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fallbrook ($3,045/mo): Murrieta ($2,610/mo), Vista ($2,682/mo), Wildomar ($2,698/mo).

What percentage of Fallbrook residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.5% of Fallbrook households are renters, while 58.5% are owner-occupied. Fallbrook leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fallbrook rent compare to the national average?

Fallbrook's median rent of $3,045/mo is $1,080 (55%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #142 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $3,045/mo, rent takes ~38% of Fallbrook's median household income ($96,394/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fallbrook 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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