How much does it cost to rent in Loma Linda, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Loma Linda, CA is $2,338. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Loma Linda cheaper than other California cities?

Loma Linda is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #297 out of 387 cities at $2,338/mo.

When was Loma Linda rent data last updated?

Loma Linda 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

Loma Linda

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Pop. 25,122·297th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Loma Linda, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,338/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

+$373

Rising (Monthly)

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Loma Linda · $2,338

More expensive than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Loma Linda's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,338/mo

Expected by trend

$2,488/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,810

1 BR

$1,890

2 BR

$2,350

3 BR

$3,140

4 BR+

$3,820

Research median

$2,350/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

$28,056/yr

At $2,338/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.3% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Loma Linda, CA is majority renter-occupied, 51.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

25,122

Median income

$82,353

Median age

35.5

Renters

62.1%

Age distribution

19.3%

29.9%

23.3%

13.2%

14.4%

Under 1819.3%

18–3429.9%

35–5423.3%

55–6413.2%

65+14.4%

Gender

46.4%

53.6%

Male46.4%

Female53.6%

Race & ethnicity

32.7%

29.8%

30.4%

White32.7%

Black8.1%

Hispanic29.8%

Asian30.4%

Education (25+)

17.3%

22.4%

51.8%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma17.3%

Some college22.4%

Bachelor's+51.8%

Housing tenure

37.9%

62.1%

Owner37.9%

Renter62.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Loma Linda, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,774 → $2,338

up 31.8%

Income

$63,272 → $82,353

up 30.2%

Population

24,712 → 25,122

up 1.7%

Renter share

59.6% → 62.1%

+2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

51.2% → 51.8%

+0.6 pts

Median age

37.3 → 35.5

-1.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Loma Linda, CA has shifted from $1,774 to $2,338, up 31.8% since 2021. Median household income climbed from $63,272 to $82,353 between 2021 and 2024, a 30.2% shift. Census counts show Loma Linda, CA adding about 410 residents over the five-year window, up 1.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 59.6% to 62.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Loma Linda, 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 Loma Linda on your salary?

At $2,338/mo, how Loma Linda rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 34% income

stretched

By apartment size

Loma Linda rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Loma Linda, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Loma Linda is $2,338/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,350/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,140/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($82,353/yr), Loma Linda ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Loma Linda an affordable city for renters?

Loma Linda is considered moderate for renters. At $2,338/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($82,353/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Loma Linda slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Loma Linda?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,338/mo in Loma Linda. The local median household income is $82,353/yr, meaning the typical Loma Linda household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Loma Linda?

Rent in Loma Linda has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Loma Linda rent compare to other cities in California?

Loma Linda is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #297 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,338/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Loma Linda?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Loma Linda ($2,338/mo): Colton ($1,929/mo), San Bernardino ($1,994/mo), Grand Terrace ($2,051/mo).

What percentage of Loma Linda residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 62.1% of Loma Linda households are renters, while 37.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Loma Linda has a strong rental market.

How does Loma Linda rent compare to the national average?

Loma Linda's median rent of $2,338/mo is $373 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #297 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $2,338/mo, rent takes ~34% of Loma Linda's median household income ($82,353/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Loma Linda 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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