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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Livermore, CA is $3,082. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Livermore cheaper than other California cities?

Livermore falls in the middle range for California, ranking #135 out of 387 cities at $3,082/mo.

When was Livermore rent data last updated?

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

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Livermore

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Pop. 85,522·135th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$3,082/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

+4.9%

vs US Median

+$1,117

Rising (Monthly)

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Livermore · $3,082

More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$3,082/mo

Expected by trend

$3,064/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,140

1 BR

$2,425

2 BR

$2,885

3 BR

$3,695

4 BR+

$4,370

Research median

$2,885/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 3.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, +4.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Livermore, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 52.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

85,522

Median income

$160,775

Median age

40.7

Renters

28%

Age distribution

23%

18.9%

29.1%

14.3%

14.7%

Under 1823%

18–3418.9%

35–5429.1%

55–6414.3%

65+14.7%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

57.3%

21.9%

17.1%

White57.3%

Black2%

Hispanic21.9%

Asian17.1%

Other1.8%

Education (25+)

13.4%

28.5%

52.3%

No HS diploma5.8%

HS diploma13.4%

Some college28.5%

Bachelor's+52.3%

Housing tenure

72%

28%

Owner72%

Renter28%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Livermore, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,608 → $3,082

up 18.2%

Income

$139,904 → $160,775

up 14.9%

Population

88,403 → 85,522

down 3.3%

Renter share

27.7% → 28%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

46.4% → 52.3%

+5.9 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Livermore, CA has shifted from $2,608 to $3,082, up 18.2% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $139,904 to $160,775 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.9% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Livermore, CA losing about 2,881 residents over the five-year window, down 3.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 46.4% to 52.3% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Livermore, CA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Livermore on your salary?

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

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 49.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 55.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Livermore rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Livermore

About renting in Livermore, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Livermore is $3,082/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,885/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,425/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,695/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($160,775/yr), Livermore ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Livermore an affordable city for renters?

Livermore is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,082/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($160,775/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Livermore falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Livermore?

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 Livermore. The local median household income is $160,775/yr, meaning the typical Livermore household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Livermore?

Rent in Livermore has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Livermore neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Livermore are 94550 ($3,027/mo), and 94551 ($3,131/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Livermore is $3,082/mo.

How does Livermore rent compare to other cities in California?

Livermore 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 Livermore?

Tracy is nearby and more affordable at $2,717/mo, which is $365 less than Livermore.

What percentage of Livermore residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28% of Livermore households are renters, while 72% are owner-occupied. Livermore leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Livermore rent compare to the national average?

Livermore'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

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,082/mo, rent takes ~23% of Livermore's median household income ($160,775/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Livermore 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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