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Lodi

Pop. 67,607·324th most expensive in California·Lodi rents are up 10.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,137/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.7%
vs US Median
+$172
Rising (Monthly)
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Lodi · $2,137
More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
37/100
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OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% above what Lodi's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,137/mo
Expected by trend
$2,002/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,310
1 BR
$1,430
2 BR
$1,825
3 BR
$2,555
4 BR+
$3,065
Research median
$1,825/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
$25,644/yr
At $2,137/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.6% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lodi, CA is majority owner-occupied, 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
67,607
Median income
$88,530
Median age
36.4
Renters
43.2%
Age distribution
24.1%
24.2%
24.9%
16%
Under 1824.1%
18–3424.2%
35–5424.9%
55–6410.8%
65+16%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
47.6%
41.3%
White47.6%
Black1.1%
Hispanic41.3%
Asian10.5%
Education (25+)
17.4%
26.6%
31.3%
24.6%
No HS diploma17.4%
HS diploma26.6%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+24.6%
Housing tenure
56.8%
43.2%
Owner56.8%
Renter43.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Lodi, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,735 → $2,137
up 23.2%
Income
$70,302 → $88,530
up 25.9%
Population
66,107 → 67,607
up 2.3%
Renter share
46.7% → 43.2%
-3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
22.5% → 24.6%
+2.1 pts
Median age
34.5 → 36.4
+1.9 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Lodi, CA has increased from $1,735 to $2,137, a 23.2% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $88,530 today, compared with $70,302 five years earlier. The population has grown by 2.3% since 2021, moving from about 66,107 residents to roughly 67,607. Renters now make up 43.2% of households, compared with 46.7% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 24.6% of adults here, versus 22.5% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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About renting in Lodi, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lodi is $2,137/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,310/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,825/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,555/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($88,530/yr), Lodi ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lodi an affordable city for renters?

Lodi is considered affordable for renters. At $2,137/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($88,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lodi falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Lodi?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,137/mo in Lodi. The local median household income is $88,530/yr, meaning the typical Lodi household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lodi?

Rent in Lodi has increased 10.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Lodi neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lodi are 95240 ($1,851/mo), and 95242 ($2,414/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lodi is $2,137/mo.

How does Lodi rent compare to other cities in California?

Lodi is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #324 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,137/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lodi?

Stockton is nearby and more affordable at $1,989/mo, which is $148 less than Lodi.

What percentage of Lodi residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.2% of Lodi households are renters, while 56.8% are owner-occupied. Lodi leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lodi rent compare to the national average?

Lodi's median rent of $2,137/mo is $172 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #324 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,137/mo, rent takes ~29% of Lodi's median household income ($88,530/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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