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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Murrieta, CA is $2,610. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Murrieta cheaper than other California cities?

Murrieta falls in the middle range for California, ranking #245 out of 387 cities at $2,610/mo.

When was Murrieta rent data last updated?

Murrieta 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

Murrieta

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Pop. 112,064·245th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,610/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.2%

Month-over-Month

+1.7%

vs US Median

+$645

Rising (Monthly)

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Murrieta · $2,610

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

66/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Murrieta's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,610/mo

Expected by trend

$2,839/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,370

1 BR

$2,470

2 BR

$3,075

3 BR

$4,105

4 BR+

$4,995

Research median

$3,075/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

$31,320/yr

At $2,610/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 3.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.2% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Murrieta, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

112,064

Median income

$114,081

Median age

36.6

Renters

30.5%

Age distribution

26.3%

21.4%

26.6%

12.8%

Under 1826.3%

18–3421.4%

35–5426.6%

55–6412.8%

65+12.8%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

52.4%

31.4%

White52.4%

Black5.4%

Hispanic31.4%

Asian8.9%

Other1.9%

Education (25+)

22.4%

38.3%

32.6%

No HS diploma6.7%

HS diploma22.4%

Some college38.3%

Bachelor's+32.6%

Housing tenure

69.5%

30.5%

Owner69.5%

Renter30.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Murrieta, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,005 → $2,610

up 30.2%

Income

$98,466 → $114,081

up 15.9%

Population

111,096 → 112,064

up 0.9%

Renter share

33.2% → 30.5%

-2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

30.9% → 32.6%

+1.7 pts

Median age

35 → 36.6

+1.6 yrs

The median rent in Murrieta, CA stood at $2,005 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,610, reflecting a 30.2% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $98,466 to $114,081 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.9% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 30.5% of households, compared with 33.2% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Murrieta, 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 Murrieta on your salary?

At $2,610/mo, how Murrieta rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 46.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 38% income

stretched

By apartment size

Murrieta rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Murrieta, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Murrieta is $2,610/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,075/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,470/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,105/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($114,081/yr), Murrieta ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Murrieta an affordable city for renters?

Murrieta is considered affordable for renters. At $2,610/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($114,081/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Murrieta falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Murrieta?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,610/mo in Murrieta. The local median household income is $114,081/yr, meaning the typical Murrieta household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Murrieta?

Rent in Murrieta has increased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Murrieta neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Murrieta are 92562 ($2,475/mo), and 92563 ($2,891/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Murrieta is $2,610/mo.

How does Murrieta rent compare to other cities in California?

Murrieta is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #245 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,610/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Murrieta?

Lake Elsinore is nearby and more affordable at $2,436/mo, which is $174 less than Murrieta.

What percentage of Murrieta residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30.5% of Murrieta households are renters, while 69.5% are owner-occupied. Murrieta leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Murrieta rent compare to the national average?

Murrieta's median rent of $2,610/mo is $645 (33%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #245 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,610/mo, rent takes ~27% of Murrieta's median household income ($114,081/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Murrieta 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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