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Olivehurst

Pop. 18,444·298th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Olivehurst, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,335/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+4.2%
vs US Median
+$370
Rising (Monthly)
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Olivehurst · $2,335
More expensive than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,335/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$93,000/yr
Local median income
$83,214/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Olivehurst's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,190
1 BR
$1,190
2 BR
$1,510
3 BR
$2,120
4 BR+
$2,540
Research median
$1,510/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$28,020/yr
At $2,335/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Olivehurst, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,444
Median income
$83,214
Median age
32.8
Renters
32%
Age distribution
26%
27.7%
23.1%
Under 1826%
18–3427.7%
35–5423.1%
55–6411.4%
65+11.8%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
44.6%
41.1%
White44.6%
Black5.2%
Hispanic41.1%
Asian8.9%
Education (25+)
19.2%
30.3%
37.4%
13.1%
No HS diploma19.2%
HS diploma30.3%
Some college37.4%
Bachelor's+13.1%
Housing tenure
68%
32%
Owner68%
Renter32%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Olivehurst, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$60,548 → $83,214
up 37.4%
Population
16,262 → 18,444
up 13.4%
Renter share
34.6% → 32%
-2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
11% → 13.1%
+2.1 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Olivehurst, CA now reports about $83,214, up from $60,548 in 2021. The population has grown by 13.4% since 2021, moving from about 16,262 residents to roughly 18,444. Renters now make up 32% of households, compared with 34.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 13.1% of adults here, versus 11% in 2021.

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At $2,335/mo, how Olivehurst rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Olivehurst rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Olivehurst, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Olivehurst is $2,335/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,190/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,190/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,120/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($83,214/yr), Olivehurst ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Olivehurst an affordable city for renters?

Olivehurst is considered moderate for renters. At $2,335/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($83,214/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Olivehurst slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Olivehurst?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,335/mo in Olivehurst. The local median household income is $83,214/yr, meaning the typical Olivehurst household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Olivehurst?

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

How does Olivehurst rent compare to other cities in California?

Olivehurst is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #298 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,335/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Olivehurst?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Olivehurst ($2,335/mo): Marysville ($1,888/mo), Yuba City ($1,967/mo).

What percentage of Olivehurst residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Olivehurst households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Olivehurst leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Olivehurst rent compare to the national average?

Olivehurst's median rent of $2,335/mo is $370 (19%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #298 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,335/mo, rent takes ~34% of Olivehurst's median household income ($83,214/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Olivehurst 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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