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Kingsburg

Pop. 12,755·357th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Kingsburg, CA
Median rent (all units)
$1,848/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.3%
vs US Median
-$117
Falling (Monthly)
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Kingsburg · $1,848
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,848/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$74,000/yr
Local median income
$76,913/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Kingsburg's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,180
1 BR
$1,190
2 BR
$1,480
3 BR
$2,070
4 BR+
$2,370
Research median
$1,480/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: April 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,176/yr
At $1,848/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, -6.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Kingsburg, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 18% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,755
Median income
$76,913
Median age
38.6
Renters
28.1%
Age distribution
25.1%
21.1%
20.7%
12.7%
20.4%
Under 1825.1%
18–3421.1%
35–5420.7%
55–6412.7%
65+20.4%
Gender
46.8%
53.2%
Male46.8%
Female53.2%
Race & ethnicity
60%
50.1%
White60%
Hispanic50.1%
Asian8.5%
Education (25+)
14%
28.6%
39.4%
18%
No HS diploma14%
HS diploma28.6%
Some college39.4%
Bachelor's+18%
Housing tenure
71.9%
28.1%
Owner71.9%
Renter28.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Kingsburg, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$73,349 → $76,913
up 4.9%
Population
12,413 → 12,755
up 2.8%
Renter share
30.1% → 28.1%
-2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
24.4% → 18%
-6.4 pts
Median age
37.1 → 38.6
+1.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $73,349 in 2021 to $76,913 more recently. The population has grown by 2.8% since 2021, moving from about 12,413 residents to roughly 12,755. Renters now make up 28.1% of households, compared with 30.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 18% of adults here, versus 24.4% in 2021.

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Kingsburg rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Kingsburg, CA

Last updated: April 17, 2026

The median rent in Kingsburg is $1,848/mo as of April 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,480/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,070/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($76,913/yr), Kingsburg ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kingsburg an affordable city for renters?

Kingsburg is considered affordable for renters. At $1,848/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($76,913/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kingsburg falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kingsburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,848/mo in Kingsburg. The local median household income is $76,913/yr, meaning the typical Kingsburg household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kingsburg?

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

How does Kingsburg rent compare to other cities in California?

Kingsburg is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #357 out of 384 tracked cities at $1,848/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kingsburg?

Reedley is nearby and more affordable at $1,680/mo, which is $168 less than Kingsburg.

What percentage of Kingsburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.1% of Kingsburg households are renters, while 71.9% are owner-occupied. Kingsburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kingsburg rent compare to the national average?

Kingsburg's median rent of $1,848/mo is $117 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #357 out of 384 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,848/mo, rent takes ~29% of Kingsburg's median household income ($76,913/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kingsburg 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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