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Ojai

Pop. 7,577·61st most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,706/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-7.4%
vs US Median
+$1,741
Falling (Monthly)
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Ojai · $3,706
More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
54% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,706/mo, rent takes about 54% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$148,000/yr
Local median income
$82,656/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ojai's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,650
1 BR
$1,890
2 BR
$2,260
3 BR
$3,080
4 BR+
$3,590
Research median
$2,260/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
$44,472/yr
At $3,706/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -7.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ojai, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 47.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
7,577
Median income
$82,656
Median age
47.3
Renters
40.8%
Age distribution
18.8%
15.9%
23.6%
15.1%
26.6%
Under 1818.8%
18–3415.9%
35–5423.6%
55–6415.1%
65+26.6%
Gender
46.9%
53.1%
Male46.9%
Female53.1%
Race & ethnicity
77.7%
19.6%
White77.7%
Hispanic19.6%
Asian5.2%
Education (25+)
14.7%
28%
47.8%
No HS diploma9.5%
HS diploma14.7%
Some college28%
Bachelor's+47.8%
Housing tenure
59.2%
40.8%
Owner59.2%
Renter40.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ojai, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$71,700 → $82,656
up 15.3%
Population
7,640 → 7,577
down 0.8%
Renter share
43.8% → 40.8%
-3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
44.8% → 47.8%
+3.0 pts
Median age
49 → 47.3
-1.7 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $71,700 to $82,656 across the same window, up 15.3% versus 2021. Renters now make up 40.8% of households, compared with 43.8% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 47.8% of adults here, versus 44.8% in 2021.

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Ojai rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Ojai, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ojai is $3,706/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,650/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,080/mo.

At 54% of local median household income ($82,656/yr), Ojai ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ojai an affordable city for renters?

Ojai is considered expensive for renters. At $3,706/mo, rent takes approximately 54% of the local median household income ($82,656/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ojai significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Ojai?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $148,000/year (~$71/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,706/mo in Ojai. The local median household income is $82,656/yr, meaning the typical Ojai household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ojai?

Rent in Ojai has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Ojai rent compare to other cities in California?

Ojai is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #61 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,706/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ojai?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ojai ($3,706/mo): Santa Paula ($2,325/mo), Pine Mountain Club ($2,433/mo), Ventura ($2,874/mo).

What percentage of Ojai residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.8% of Ojai households are renters, while 59.2% are owner-occupied. Ojai leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ojai rent compare to the national average?

Ojai's median rent of $3,706/mo is $1,741 (89%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #61 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
54%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,706/mo, rent takes ~54% of Ojai's median household income ($82,656/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ojai 54%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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