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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ontario, CA is $2,635. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ontario cheaper than other California cities?

Ontario falls in the middle range for California, ranking #237 out of 387 cities at $2,635/mo.

When was Ontario rent data last updated?

Ontario 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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Ontario

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Pop. 180,547·237th most expensive in California·Ontario rents are up 7.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,635/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$670

Rising (Monthly)

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Ontario · $2,635

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,635/mo

Expected by trend

$2,853/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,067

1 BR

$2,153

2 BR

$2,680

3 BR

$3,577

4 BR+

$4,350

Research median

$2,680/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

$31,620/yr

At $2,635/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.7% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ontario, CA is majority owner-occupied, 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

180,547

Median income

$88,941

Median age

33.5

Renters

42%

Age distribution

24.4%

27.6%

26.3%

Under 1824.4%

18–3427.6%

35–5426.3%

55–6411.2%

65+10.5%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

20.3%

68.6%

White20.3%

Black6.3%

Hispanic68.6%

Asian9.8%

Education (25+)

21.9%

27.3%

28.3%

22.5%

No HS diploma21.9%

HS diploma27.3%

Some college28.3%

Bachelor's+22.5%

Housing tenure

58%

42%

Owner58%

Renter42%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ontario, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,992 → $2,635

up 32.3%

Income

$71,908 → $88,941

up 23.7%

Population

175,223 → 180,547

up 3.0%

Renter share

44.6% → 42%

-2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

18.6% → 22.5%

+3.9 pts

Median age

32.6 → 33.5

+0.9 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Ontario, CA has climbed by $643 per month, settling near $2,635 after starting the period at $1,992. On the earnings side, the typical household in Ontario, CA now reports about $88,941, up from $71,908 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 8.6 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 175,223 to 180,547 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.0% change. About 42% of households rent today, against 44.6% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 18.6% to 22.5%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Ontario, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Ontario on your salary?

At $2,635/mo, how Ontario rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 42.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 47.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Ontario rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ontario

About renting in Ontario, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ontario is $2,635/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,067/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,153/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,577/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($88,941/yr), Ontario ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ontario an affordable city for renters?

Ontario is considered moderate for renters. At $2,635/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($88,941/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ontario slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ontario?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $105,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,635/mo in Ontario. The local median household income is $88,941/yr, meaning the typical Ontario household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ontario?

Rent in Ontario has increased 7.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Ontario neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Ontario are 91762 ($2,509/mo), 91764 ($2,605/mo), and 91761 ($2,929/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Ontario is $2,635/mo.

How does Ontario rent compare to other cities in California?

Ontario is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #237 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,635/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ontario?

Upland is nearby and more affordable at $2,408/mo, which is $227 less than Ontario.

What percentage of Ontario residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42% of Ontario households are renters, while 58% are owner-occupied. Ontario leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ontario rent compare to the national average?

Ontario's median rent of $2,635/mo is $670 (34%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #237 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,635/mo, rent takes ~36% of Ontario's median household income ($88,941/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ontario 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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