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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Manteca, CA is $2,624. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Manteca cheaper than other California cities?

Manteca falls in the middle range for California, ranking #240 out of 387 cities at $2,624/mo.

When was Manteca rent data last updated?

Manteca 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

Manteca

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Pop. 89,043·240th most expensive in California·Manteca rents are up 6.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,624/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.7%

Month-over-Month

+5.5%

vs US Median

+$659

Rising (Monthly)

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Manteca · $2,624

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Manteca's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,624/mo

Expected by trend

$2,703/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,430

1 BR

$1,560

2 BR

$1,985

3 BR

$2,780

4 BR+

$3,335

Research median

$1,985/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

$31,488/yr

At $2,624/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.7% YoY, +5.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Manteca, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

89,043

Median income

$97,055

Median age

36.8

Renters

27.6%

Age distribution

25.2%

22.1%

26.5%

14.2%

Under 1825.2%

18–3422.1%

35–5426.5%

55–6412%

65+14.2%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

40.6%

41.2%

15.9%

White40.6%

Black4%

Hispanic41.2%

Asian15.9%

Education (25+)

14.3%

28.2%

35.9%

21.7%

No HS diploma14.3%

HS diploma28.2%

Some college35.9%

Bachelor's+21.7%

Housing tenure

72.4%

27.6%

Owner72.4%

Renter27.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Manteca, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,091 → $2,624

up 25.5%

Income

$82,538 → $97,055

up 17.6%

Population

82,408 → 89,043

up 8.1%

Renter share

31.7% → 27.6%

-4.1 pts

Bachelor's+

18.1% → 21.7%

+3.6 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Manteca, CA has shifted from $2,091 to $2,624, up 25.5% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $82,538 to $97,055 across the same window, up 17.6% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Manteca, CA adding about 6,635 residents over the five-year window, up 8.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 31.7% to 27.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.1% to 21.7% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Manteca, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Manteca on your salary?

At $2,624/mo, how Manteca rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 47.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Manteca rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Manteca

About renting in Manteca, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Manteca is $2,624/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,985/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,560/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,780/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($97,055/yr), Manteca ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Manteca an affordable city for renters?

Manteca is considered moderate for renters. At $2,624/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($97,055/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Manteca slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Manteca?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,624/mo in Manteca. The local median household income is $97,055/yr, meaning the typical Manteca household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Manteca?

Rent in Manteca has increased 6.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Manteca neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Manteca are 95336 ($2,362/mo), and 95337 ($2,727/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Manteca is $2,624/mo.

How does Manteca rent compare to other cities in California?

Manteca is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #240 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,624/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Manteca?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Manteca ($2,624/mo): Modesto ($1,986/mo), Stockton ($1,989/mo), Riverbank ($2,275/mo).

What percentage of Manteca residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.6% of Manteca households are renters, while 72.4% are owner-occupied. Manteca leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Manteca rent compare to the national average?

Manteca's median rent of $2,624/mo is $659 (34%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #240 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,624/mo, rent takes ~32% of Manteca's median household income ($97,055/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Manteca 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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