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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Healdsburg, CA is $3,609. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Healdsburg cheaper than other California cities?

Healdsburg is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #69 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,609/mo.

When was Healdsburg rent data last updated?

Healdsburg rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · CA

Healdsburg

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Pop. 11,243·69th most expensive in California·Healdsburg rents are up 21.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,609/mo

Year-over-Year

+21.4%

Month-over-Month

+5.2%

vs US Median

+$1,644

Rising (Monthly)

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Healdsburg · $3,609

More expensive than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

29/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 10% above what Healdsburg's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,609/mo

Expected by trend

$3,271/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,910

1 BR

$2,120

2 BR

$2,780

3 BR

$3,800

4 BR+

$4,020

Research median

$2,780/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

$43,308/yr

At $3,609/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 21.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+21.4% YoY, +5.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Healdsburg, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,243

Median income

$103,554

Median age

44.6

Renters

39.9%

Age distribution

17.5%

18.1%

27.1%

14.7%

22.6%

Under 1817.5%

18–3418.1%

35–5427.1%

55–6414.7%

65+22.6%

Gender

46%

54%

Male46%

Female54%

Race & ethnicity

62.4%

36%

White62.4%

Hispanic36%

Asian1.9%

Education (25+)

14.7%

18.5%

26.2%

40.6%

No HS diploma14.7%

HS diploma18.5%

Some college26.2%

Bachelor's+40.6%

Housing tenure

60.1%

39.9%

Owner60.1%

Renter39.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Healdsburg, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,712 → $3,609

up 33.1%

Income

$94,375 → $103,554

up 9.7%

Population

11,439 → 11,243

down 1.7%

Renter share

39.3% → 39.9%

+0.6 pts

Bachelor's+

46.2% → 40.6%

-5.6 pts

Median age

46.9 → 44.6

-2.3 yrs

Rent in Healdsburg, CA has increased 33.1% since 2022, going from about $2,712 per month to roughly $3,609 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $94,375 in 2021 to $103,554 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 23.4 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 11,439 to 11,243 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.7% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 46.2% to 40.6%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Healdsburg, CA market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Healdsburg on your salary?

At $3,609/mo, how Healdsburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 54.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 47.5% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 20.8% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 58.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 64.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 52.5% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Healdsburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Healdsburg

About renting in Healdsburg, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Healdsburg is $3,609/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,780/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,800/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($103,554/yr), Healdsburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 21.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Healdsburg an affordable city for renters?

Healdsburg is considered stretched for renters. At $3,609/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($103,554/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Healdsburg significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Healdsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $144,000/year (~$69/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,609/mo in Healdsburg. The local median household income is $103,554/yr, meaning the typical Healdsburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Healdsburg?

Rent in Healdsburg has increased 21.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Healdsburg rent compare to other cities in California?

Healdsburg is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #69 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,609/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Healdsburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Healdsburg ($3,609/mo): Guerneville ($2,253/mo), Santa Rosa ($2,534/mo), Rohnert Park ($2,649/mo).

What percentage of Healdsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.9% of Healdsburg households are renters, while 60.1% are owner-occupied. Healdsburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Healdsburg rent compare to the national average?

Healdsburg's median rent of $3,609/mo is $1,644 (84%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #69 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $3,609/mo, rent takes ~42% of Healdsburg's median household income ($103,554/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Healdsburg 42%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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