How much does it cost to rent in Newport Beach, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Newport Beach, CA is $4,285. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Newport Beach cheaper than other California cities?

Newport Beach is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #33 out of 387 cities tracked at $4,285/mo.

When was Newport Beach rent data last updated?

Newport Beach 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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Newport Beach

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Pop. 83,845·33rd most expensive in California·Newport Beach rents are up 7.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$4,285/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.0%

Month-over-Month

+4.1%

vs US Median

+$2,320

Rising (Monthly)

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Newport Beach · $4,285

More expensive than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

55/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% below what Newport Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$4,285/mo

Expected by trend

$4,392/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$3,102

1 BR

$3,236

2 BR

$3,828

3 BR

$5,178

4 BR+

$6,188

Research median

$3,828/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

$51,420/yr

At $4,285/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.0% YoY, +4.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Newport Beach, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 69.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

83,845

Median income

$156,867

Median age

45.9

Renters

47.9%

Age distribution

16.5%

20.3%

24.3%

14.7%

24.2%

Under 1816.5%

18–3420.3%

35–5424.3%

55–6414.7%

65+24.2%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

78%

White78%

Black0.8%

Hispanic9.9%

Asian7.8%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

19.9%

69.6%

No HS diploma1.8%

HS diploma8.7%

Some college19.9%

Bachelor's+69.6%

Housing tenure

52.1%

47.9%

Owner52.1%

Renter47.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Newport Beach, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,914 → $4,285

up 47.0%

Income

$142,463 → $156,867

up 10.1%

Population

85,806 → 83,845

down 2.3%

Renter share

46.4% → 47.9%

+1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

67.8% → 69.6%

+1.8 pts

Median age

48.2 → 45.9

-2.3 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Newport Beach, CA has climbed by $1,371 per month, settling near $4,285 after starting the period at $2,914. Median household income grew from $142,463 to $156,867 between 2021 and 2024, a 10.1% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 36.9 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 85,806 to 83,845 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.3% change. About 47.9% of households rent today, against 46.4% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Newport Beach, 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 Newport Beach on your salary?

At $4,285/mo, how Newport Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 46.1% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 65% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 56.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 31.6% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 69.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 76.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 62.3% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Newport Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Newport Beach

About renting in Newport Beach, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Newport Beach is $4,285/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $3,102/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,828/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,236/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $5,178/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($156,867/yr), Newport Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Newport Beach an affordable city for renters?

Newport Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $4,285/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($156,867/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Newport Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Newport Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $171,000/year (~$82/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,285/mo in Newport Beach. The local median household income is $156,867/yr, meaning the typical Newport Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Newport Beach?

Rent in Newport Beach has increased 7.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Newport Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Newport Beach are 92663 ($2,899/mo), 92660 ($4,125/mo), and 92657 ($6,107/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Newport Beach is $4,285/mo.

How does Newport Beach rent compare to other cities in California?

Newport Beach is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #33 out of 387 tracked cities at $4,285/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Newport Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Newport Beach ($4,285/mo): Fountain Valley ($2,698/mo), Santa Ana ($2,785/mo), Costa Mesa ($3,113/mo).

What percentage of Newport Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.9% of Newport Beach households are renters, while 52.1% are owner-occupied. Newport Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Newport Beach rent compare to the national average?

Newport Beach's median rent of $4,285/mo is $2,320 (118%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #33 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $4,285/mo, rent takes ~33% of Newport Beach's median household income ($156,867/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Newport Beach 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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