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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Montebello, CA is $2,289. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Montebello cheaper than other California cities?

Montebello is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #303 out of 387 cities at $2,289/mo.

When was Montebello rent data last updated?

Montebello 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

Montebello

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Pop. 61,045·303rd most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Montebello, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,289/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

+$324

Rising (Monthly)

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Montebello · $2,289

More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,289/mo

Expected by trend

$2,354/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,650

1 BR

$1,860

2 BR

$2,340

3 BR

$2,970

4 BR+

$3,300

Research median

$2,340/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

$27,468/yr

At $2,289/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

Montebello, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, 23% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

61,045

Median income

$79,971

Median age

40.1

Renters

54.1%

Age distribution

20.4%

23.4%

26%

18.6%

Under 1820.4%

18–3423.4%

35–5426%

55–6411.5%

65+18.6%

Gender

49.8%

50.2%

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

Race & ethnicity

16.2%

76.3%

14.3%

White16.2%

Black0.7%

Hispanic76.3%

Asian14.3%

Education (25+)

25.2%

26.3%

25.5%

23%

No HS diploma25.2%

HS diploma26.3%

Some college25.5%

Bachelor's+23%

Housing tenure

45.9%

54.1%

Owner45.9%

Renter54.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Montebello, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,090 → $2,289

up 9.5%

Income

$66,584 → $79,971

up 20.1%

Population

62,828 → 61,045

down 2.8%

Renter share

55.8% → 54.1%

-1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

20.2% → 23%

+2.8 pts

Median age

37.4 → 40.1

+2.7 yrs

Rent in Montebello, CA has increased 9.5% since 2023, going from about $2,090 per month to roughly $2,289 today. Household income in the area moved from $66,584 to $79,971 across the same window, up 20.1% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 10.6 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 62,828 to 61,045 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.8% change. About 54.1% of households rent today, against 55.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 20.2% to 23%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Montebello, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Montebello on your salary?

At $2,289/mo, how Montebello rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Montebello rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Montebello, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Montebello is $2,289/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,650/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,340/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,970/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($79,971/yr), Montebello ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Montebello an affordable city for renters?

Montebello is considered moderate for renters. At $2,289/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($79,971/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Montebello slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Montebello?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,289/mo in Montebello. The local median household income is $79,971/yr, meaning the typical Montebello household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Montebello?

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

How does Montebello rent compare to other cities in California?

Montebello is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #303 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,289/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Montebello?

Pico Rivera is nearby and more affordable at $2,169/mo, which is $120 less than Montebello.

What percentage of Montebello residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.1% of Montebello households are renters, while 45.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Montebello has a strong rental market.

How does Montebello rent compare to the national average?

Montebello's median rent of $2,289/mo is $324 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #303 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $2,289/mo, rent takes ~34% of Montebello's median household income ($79,971/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Montebello 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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