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Galt

Pop. 25,962·254th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Galt, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,539/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.2%
vs US Median
+$577
Falling (Monthly)
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Galt · $2,539
More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,539/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$102,000/yr
Local median income
$94,393/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Galt's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,480
1 BR
$1,570
2 BR
$1,950
3 BR
$2,650
4 BR+
$3,060
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,950/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,539 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$30,468/yr
At $2,539/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Galt, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,962
Median income
$94,393
Median age
38.3
Renters
23%
Age distribution
23.8%
21%
26.9%
13.3%
14.9%
Under 1823.8%
18–3421%
35–5426.9%
55–6413.3%
65+14.9%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
53.3%
45.6%
White53.3%
Black1.8%
Hispanic45.6%
Asian4.5%
Education (25+)
14.5%
30.8%
33.3%
21.4%
No HS diploma14.5%
HS diploma30.8%
Some college33.3%
Bachelor's+21.4%
Housing tenure
77%
23%
Owner77%
Renter23%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Galt, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$77,669 → $94,393
up 21.5%
Population
25,385 → 25,962
up 2.3%
Renter share
25.5% → 23%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
19.6% → 21.4%
+1.8 pts

Median household income climbed from $77,669 to $94,393 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.5% shift. Census counts show Galt, CA adding about 577 residents over the five-year window, up 2.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 25.5% to 23%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Galt rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Galt, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Galt is $2,539/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,480/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,950/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,570/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,650/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($94,393/yr), Galt ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Galt an affordable city for renters?

Galt is considered moderate for renters. At $2,539/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($94,393/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Galt slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Galt?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,539/mo in Galt. The local median household income is $94,393/yr, meaning the typical Galt household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Galt?

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

How does Galt rent compare to other cities in California?

Galt is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #254 out of 381 tracked cities at $2,539/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Galt?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Galt ($2,539/mo): Stockton ($1,990/mo), Florin ($2,018/mo), Lodi ($2,170/mo).

What percentage of Galt residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23% of Galt households are renters, while 77% are owner-occupied. Galt leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Galt rent compare to the national average?

Galt's median rent of $2,539/mo is $577 (29%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #254 out of 381 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $2,539/mo, rent takes ~32% of Galt's median household income ($94,393/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Galt 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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