How much does it cost to rent in Los Banos, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Los Banos, CA is $2,363. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Los Banos cheaper than other California cities?

Los Banos is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #293 out of 387 cities at $2,363/mo.

When was Los Banos rent data last updated?

Los Banos 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

Los Banos

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Pop. 47,593·293rd most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Los Banos, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,363/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

+$398

Falling (Monthly)

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Los Banos · $2,363

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,363/mo

Expected by trend

$2,383/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,250

1 BR

$1,430

2 BR

$1,760

3 BR

$2,430

4 BR+

$2,960

Research median

$1,760/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

$28,356/yr

At $2,363/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Los Banos, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

47,593

Median income

$68,171

Median age

30.3

Renters

40.2%

Age distribution

31%

25.2%

23.3%

Under 1831%

18–3425.2%

35–5423.3%

55–649.5%

65+10.9%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

29.8%

73.4%

White29.8%

Black1.4%

Hispanic73.4%

Asian2.7%

Education (25+)

28.4%

34.3%

24.9%

12.5%

No HS diploma28.4%

HS diploma34.3%

Some college24.9%

Bachelor's+12.5%

Housing tenure

59.8%

40.2%

Owner59.8%

Renter40.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Los Banos, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,005 → $2,363

up 17.9%

Income

$69,607 → $68,171

down 2.1%

Population

44,421 → 47,593

up 7.1%

Renter share

44% → 40.2%

-3.8 pts

Bachelor's+

10.9% → 12.5%

+1.6 pts

Median age

29 → 30.3

+1.3 yrs

The median rent in Los Banos, CA stood at $2,005 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,363, reflecting a 17.9% increase over the period. Median household income slipped from $69,607 to $68,171 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.1% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 7.1% since 2021, moving from about 44,421 residents to roughly 47,593. Renters now make up 40.2% of households, compared with 44% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Los Banos, 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 Los Banos on your salary?

At $2,363/mo, how Los Banos rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Los Banos rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Los Banos

About renting in Los Banos, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Los Banos is $2,363/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,760/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,430/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($68,171/yr), Los Banos ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Los Banos an affordable city for renters?

Los Banos is considered stretched for renters. At $2,363/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($68,171/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Los Banos significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Los Banos?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,363/mo in Los Banos. The local median household income is $68,171/yr, meaning the typical Los Banos household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Los Banos?

Rent in Los Banos has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Los Banos rent compare to other cities in California?

Los Banos is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #293 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,363/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Los Banos?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Los Banos ($2,363/mo): Newman ($1,295/mo), Atwater ($1,649/mo), Ceres ($1,884/mo).

What percentage of Los Banos residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.2% of Los Banos households are renters, while 59.8% are owner-occupied. Los Banos leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Los Banos rent compare to the national average?

Los Banos's median rent of $2,363/mo is $398 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #293 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $2,363/mo, rent takes ~42% of Los Banos's median household income ($68,171/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Los Banos 42%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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