How much does it cost to rent in Moreno Valley, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Moreno Valley, CA is $2,364. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Moreno Valley cheaper than other California cities?

Moreno Valley is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #291 out of 387 cities at $2,364/mo.

When was Moreno Valley rent data last updated?

Moreno Valley 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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Moreno Valley

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Pop. 211,666·291st most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Moreno Valley, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,364/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.4%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$399

Stable (Monthly)

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Moreno Valley · $2,364

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

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Moreno Valley's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,364/mo

Expected by trend

$2,684/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,063

1 BR

$2,153

2 BR

$2,678

3 BR

$3,575

4 BR+

$4,350

Research median

$2,678/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

$28,368/yr

At $2,364/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 (+0.4% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Moreno Valley, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

211,666

Median income

$93,222

Median age

32.5

Renters

36.7%

Age distribution

25.9%

28.3%

25.8%

Under 1825.9%

18–3428.3%

35–5425.8%

55–6410.3%

65+9.8%

Gender

50.5%

49.5%

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

Race & ethnicity

19.2%

16%

61.9%

White19.2%

Black16%

Hispanic61.9%

Asian5.4%

Education (25+)

19.8%

31.3%

31%

17.8%

No HS diploma19.8%

HS diploma31.3%

Some college31%

Bachelor's+17.8%

Housing tenure

63.3%

36.7%

Owner63.3%

Renter36.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Moreno Valley, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,881 → $2,364

up 25.7%

Income

$73,635 → $93,222

up 26.6%

Population

208,371 → 211,666

up 1.6%

Renter share

37.9% → 36.7%

-1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

17.1% → 17.8%

+0.7 pts

Median age

31.5 → 32.5

+1.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Moreno Valley, CA has shifted from $1,881 to $2,364, up 25.7% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Moreno Valley, CA now reports about $93,222, up from $73,635 in 2021. Census counts show Moreno Valley, CA adding about 3,295 residents over the five-year window, up 1.6% on net. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Moreno Valley, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Moreno Valley on your salary?

At $2,364/mo, how Moreno Valley 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

Moreno Valley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Moreno Valley, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Moreno Valley is $2,364/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,063/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,678/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,153/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,575/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($93,222/yr), Moreno Valley ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Moreno Valley an affordable city for renters?

Moreno Valley is considered moderate for renters. At $2,364/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($93,222/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Moreno Valley slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Moreno Valley?

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 $2,364/mo in Moreno Valley. The local median household income is $93,222/yr, meaning the typical Moreno Valley household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Moreno Valley?

Rent in Moreno Valley has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.4% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Moreno Valley neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Moreno Valley are 92553 ($2,268/mo), 92551 ($2,468/mo), and 92557 ($2,472/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Moreno Valley is $2,364/mo.

How does Moreno Valley rent compare to other cities in California?

Moreno Valley is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #291 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,364/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Moreno Valley?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Moreno Valley ($2,364/mo): Colton ($1,929/mo), Grand Terrace ($2,051/mo), Loma Linda ($2,338/mo).

What percentage of Moreno Valley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.7% of Moreno Valley households are renters, while 63.3% are owner-occupied. Moreno Valley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Moreno Valley rent compare to the national average?

Moreno Valley's median rent of $2,364/mo is $399 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #291 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $2,364/mo, rent takes ~30% of Moreno Valley's median household income ($93,222/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Moreno Valley 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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