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Paso Robles

·222nd most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,684/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.0%
Month-over-Month
+2.3%
vs US Median
+$719
Rising (Monthly)
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Paso Robles · $2,684
More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Paso Robles's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,684/mo
Expected by trend
$2,765/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,590
1 BR
$1,770
2 BR
$2,320
3 BR
$3,100
4 BR+
$3,510
Research median
$2,320/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
$32,208/yr
At $2,684/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 2.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.
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2023 vs 2026

How Paso Robles, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,278 → $2,684
up 17.8%

Compared with 2023, rent in Paso Robles, CA has climbed by $406 per month, settling near $2,684 after starting the period at $2,278. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Paso Robles, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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At $2,684/mo, how Paso Robles rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Paso Robles rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Paso Robles, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Paso Robles is $2,684/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,320/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,770/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,100/mo.

At 45% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Paso Robles ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Paso Robles an affordable city for renters?

Paso Robles is considered stretched for renters. At $2,684/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Paso Robles significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Paso Robles?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $107,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,684/mo in Paso Robles.

Is rent going up or down in Paso Robles?

Rent in Paso Robles has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Paso Robles rent compare to other cities in California?

Paso Robles is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #222 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,684/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Paso Robles?

Atascadero is nearby and more affordable at $2,404/mo, which is $280 less than Paso Robles.

How does Paso Robles rent compare to the national average?

Paso Robles's median rent of $2,684/mo is $719 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #222 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
45%
STRETCHED

At $2,684/mo, rent takes ~45% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Paso Robles 45%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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