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Lemoore

Pop. 27,102·333rd most expensive in California·Lemoore rents are up 11.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,039/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.5%
Month-over-Month
+9.7%
vs US Median
+$77
Rising (Monthly)
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Lemoore · $2,039
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,039/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$82,000/yr
Local median income
$83,724/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lemoore's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,390
1 BR
$1,390
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,440
4 BR+
$2,920
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,740/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,039 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

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,468/yr
At $2,039/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 11.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.5% YoY, +9.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lemoore, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,102
Median income
$83,724
Median age
31
Renters
48.4%
Age distribution
29.7%
29.3%
23.5%
Under 1829.7%
18–3429.3%
35–5423.5%
55–647.2%
65+10.4%
Gender
52.6%
47.4%
Male52.6%
Female47.4%
Race & ethnicity
43.2%
52.6%
White43.2%
Black5.8%
Hispanic52.6%
Asian6.8%
Education (25+)
16.9%
30.4%
33.1%
19.5%
No HS diploma16.9%
HS diploma30.4%
Some college33.1%
Bachelor's+19.5%
Housing tenure
51.6%
48.4%
Owner51.6%
Renter48.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lemoore, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,503 → $83,724
up 17.1%
Population
26,631 → 27,102
up 1.8%
Renter share
45.7% → 48.4%
+2.7 pts
Bachelor's+
21.2% → 19.5%
-1.7 pts
Median age
32.3 → 31
-1.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $71,503 in 2021 to $83,724 more recently. The population has grown by 1.8% since 2021, moving from about 26,631 residents to roughly 27,102. Renters now make up 48.4% of households, compared with 45.7% five years ago.

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At $2,039/mo, how Lemoore rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Lemoore rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lemoore, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lemoore is $2,039/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,390/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,390/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,440/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($83,724/yr), Lemoore ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lemoore an affordable city for renters?

Lemoore is considered affordable for renters. At $2,039/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($83,724/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lemoore falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lemoore?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,039/mo in Lemoore. The local median household income is $83,724/yr, meaning the typical Lemoore household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lemoore?

Rent in Lemoore has increased 11.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lemoore rent compare to other cities in California?

Lemoore is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #333 out of 381 tracked cities at $2,039/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lemoore?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lemoore ($2,039/mo): Visalia ($1,829/mo), Kingsburg ($1,848/mo), Tulare ($1,852/mo).

What percentage of Lemoore residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.4% of Lemoore households are renters, while 51.6% are owner-occupied. Lemoore leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lemoore rent compare to the national average?

Lemoore's median rent of $2,039/mo is $77 (4%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #333 out of 381 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,039/mo, rent takes ~29% of Lemoore's median household income ($83,724/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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