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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lompoc, CA is $2,254. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lompoc cheaper than other California cities?

Lompoc is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #310 out of 387 cities at $2,254/mo.

When was Lompoc rent data last updated?

Lompoc 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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Lompoc

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Pop. 43,646·310th most expensive in California·Lompoc rents are up 10.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,254/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.0%

Month-over-Month

-2.3%

vs US Median

+$289

Falling (Monthly)

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Lompoc · $2,254

More expensive than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

38% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,254/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$90,000/yr

Local median income

$72,004/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lompoc's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,100

1 BR

$2,390

2 BR

$2,700

3 BR

$3,600

4 BR+

$4,080

Research median

$2,700/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

$27,048/yr

At $2,254/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (10.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.0% YoY, -2.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lompoc, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

43,646

Median income

$72,004

Median age

35.1

Renters

51%

Age distribution

26.1%

23.7%

26.5%

13%

Under 1826.1%

18–3423.7%

35–5426.5%

55–6410.7%

65+13%

Gender

52.4%

47.6%

Male52.4%

Female47.6%

Race & ethnicity

39.1%

63.4%

White39.1%

Black3.7%

Hispanic63.4%

Asian4%

Education (25+)

26.1%

27.6%

32.5%

13.7%

No HS diploma26.1%

HS diploma27.6%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+13.7%

Housing tenure

49%

51%

Owner49%

Renter51%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Lompoc, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,142 → $2,254

up 5.2%

Income

$60,234 → $72,004

up 19.5%

Population

44,232 → 43,646

down 1.3%

Renter share

53.1% → 51%

-2.1 pts

Bachelor's+

12.2% → 13.7%

+1.5 pts

Median age

33.8 → 35.1

+1.3 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Lompoc, CA paid around $2,142 a month. That figure now sits near $2,254, up 5.2% from the 2023 baseline. Median household income climbed from $60,234 to $72,004 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.5% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Lompoc, CA losing about 586 residents over the five-year window, down 1.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 53.1% to 51%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Lompoc, 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 Lompoc on your salary?

At $2,254/mo, how Lompoc rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Lompoc rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Lompoc, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lompoc is $2,254/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,100/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,700/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,390/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,600/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($72,004/yr), Lompoc ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lompoc an affordable city for renters?

Lompoc is considered moderate for renters. At $2,254/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($72,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lompoc slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lompoc?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,254/mo in Lompoc. The local median household income is $72,004/yr, meaning the typical Lompoc household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lompoc?

Rent in Lompoc has increased 10.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lompoc rent compare to other cities in California?

Lompoc is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #310 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,254/mo.

What percentage of Lompoc residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51% of Lompoc households are renters, while 49% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lompoc has a strong rental market.

How does Lompoc rent compare to the national average?

Lompoc's median rent of $2,254/mo is $289 (15%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #310 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $2,254/mo, rent takes ~38% of Lompoc's median household income ($72,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lompoc 38%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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