How much does it cost to rent in Ladera Ranch, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ladera Ranch, CA is $3,769. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ladera Ranch cheaper than other California cities?

Ladera Ranch is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #58 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,769/mo.

When was Ladera Ranch rent data last updated?

Ladera Ranch 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

Ladera Ranch

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Pop. 23,793·58th most expensive in California·Ladera Ranch rents are up 19.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,769/mo

Year-over-Year

+19.2%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$1,804

Stable (Monthly)

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Ladera Ranch · $3,769

More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

23/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% above what Ladera Ranch's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,769/mo

Expected by trend

$3,327/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$3,140

1 BR

$3,280

2 BR

$3,880

3 BR

$5,250

4 BR+

$6,270

Research median

$3,880/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

$45,228/yr

At $3,769/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 19.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+19.2% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ladera Ranch, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 68% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,793

Median income

$184,458

Median age

35.1

Renters

25.9%

Age distribution

35.2%

14.7%

33.9%

Under 1835.2%

18–3414.7%

35–5433.9%

55–649.1%

65+7.1%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

65.8%

12.9%

14.2%

White65.8%

Black1%

Hispanic12.9%

Asian14.2%

Other6%

Education (25+)

21.8%

68%

No HS diploma1.8%

HS diploma8.4%

Some college21.8%

Bachelor's+68%

Housing tenure

74.1%

25.9%

Owner74.1%

Renter25.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Ladera Ranch, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$3,056 → $3,769

up 23.3%

Income

$169,706 → $184,458

up 8.7%

Population

25,526 → 23,793

down 6.8%

Renter share

28.4% → 25.9%

-2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

65.8% → 68%

+2.2 pts

Median age

34.5 → 35.1

+0.6 yrs

The median rent in Ladera Ranch, CA stood at $3,056 in 2022 and currently runs about $3,769, reflecting a 23.3% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $169,706 to $184,458 across the same window, up 8.7% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 6.8% since 2021, moving from about 25,526 residents to roughly 23,793. Renters now make up 25.9% of households, compared with 28.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 68% of adults here, versus 65.8% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Ladera Ranch, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ladera Ranch on your salary?

At $3,769/mo, how Ladera Ranch rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 57.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 49.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 27.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 21.7% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 61% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 67.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 54.8% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Ladera Ranch rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ladera Ranch

About renting in Ladera Ranch, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ladera Ranch is $3,769/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $3,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $5,250/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($184,458/yr), Ladera Ranch ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 19.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ladera Ranch an affordable city for renters?

Ladera Ranch is considered affordable for renters. At $3,769/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($184,458/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ladera Ranch falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ladera Ranch?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $151,000/year (~$73/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,769/mo in Ladera Ranch. The local median household income is $184,458/yr, meaning the typical Ladera Ranch household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ladera Ranch?

Rent in Ladera Ranch has increased 19.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ladera Ranch rent compare to other cities in California?

Ladera Ranch is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #58 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,769/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ladera Ranch?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ladera Ranch ($3,769/mo): Rancho Santa Margarita ($2,910/mo), Laguna Niguel ($3,289/mo).

What percentage of Ladera Ranch residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.9% of Ladera Ranch households are renters, while 74.1% are owner-occupied. Ladera Ranch leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ladera Ranch rent compare to the national average?

Ladera Ranch's median rent of $3,769/mo is $1,804 (92%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #58 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $3,769/mo, rent takes ~25% of Ladera Ranch's median household income ($184,458/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ladera Ranch 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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