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Gilroy

Pop. 59,004·135th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,082/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.6%
Month-over-Month
+3.8%
vs US Median
+$1,117
Rising (Monthly)
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Gilroy · $3,082
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
47/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$3,082/mo
Expected by trend
$3,038/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,150
1 BR
$2,430
2 BR
$2,820
3 BR
$3,610
4 BR+
$3,990
Research median
$2,820/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
$36,984/yr
At $3,082/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Gilroy, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
59,004
Median income
$133,107
Median age
37
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
26.8%
21.3%
27.5%
13%
Under 1826.8%
18–3421.3%
35–5427.5%
55–6411.4%
65+13%
Gender
51%
49%
Male51%
Female49%
Race & ethnicity
31%
58.9%
White31%
Black1.9%
Hispanic58.9%
Asian9.4%
Education (25+)
16.6%
21.2%
32.9%
29.3%
No HS diploma16.6%
HS diploma21.2%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+29.3%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Gilroy, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,436 → $3,082
up 26.5%
Income
$116,206 → $133,107
up 14.5%
Population
58,802 → 59,004
up 0.3%
Renter share
35.4% → 37.6%
+2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
28.5% → 29.3%
+0.8 pts
Median age
35 → 37
+2.0 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Gilroy, CA paid around $2,436 a month. That figure now sits near $3,082, up 26.5% from the 2023 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $116,206 in 2021 to $133,107 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has risen from 35.4% to 37.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Gilroy, CA market of 2023.

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At $3,082/mo, how Gilroy rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Gilroy rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Gilroy, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Gilroy is $3,082/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,150/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,820/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,610/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($133,107/yr), Gilroy ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Gilroy an affordable city for renters?

Gilroy is considered affordable for renters. At $3,082/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($133,107/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Gilroy falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Gilroy?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $123,000/year (~$59/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,082/mo in Gilroy. The local median household income is $133,107/yr, meaning the typical Gilroy household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Gilroy?

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

How does Gilroy rent compare to other cities in California?

Gilroy is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #135 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,082/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Gilroy?

Hollister is nearby and more affordable at $3,037/mo, which is $45 less than Gilroy.

What percentage of Gilroy residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of Gilroy households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. Gilroy leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Gilroy rent compare to the national average?

Gilroy's median rent of $3,082/mo is $1,117 (57%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #135 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,082/mo, rent takes ~28% of Gilroy's median household income ($133,107/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Gilroy 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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