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Patterson

Pop. 24,693·272nd most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Patterson, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,448/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-4.3%
vs US Median
+$483
Falling (Monthly)
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Patterson · $2,448
More expensive than 78% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,448/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$98,000/yr
Local median income
$93,650/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Patterson's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,330
1 BR
$1,420
2 BR
$1,840
3 BR
$2,580
4 BR+
$3,000
Research median
$1,840/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
$29,376/yr
At $2,448/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, -4.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Patterson, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
24,693
Median income
$93,650
Median age
30.9
Renters
28.7%
Age distribution
32.7%
22%
26.2%
Under 1832.7%
18–3422%
35–5426.2%
55–649%
65+10.2%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
26.4%
66.5%
White26.4%
Black5%
Hispanic66.5%
Asian4.8%
Education (25+)
25.5%
35.1%
25.8%
13.6%
No HS diploma25.5%
HS diploma35.1%
Some college25.8%
Bachelor's+13.6%
Housing tenure
71.3%
28.7%
Owner71.3%
Renter28.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Patterson, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$82,979 → $93,650
up 12.9%
Population
23,517 → 24,693
up 5.0%
Renter share
28.1% → 28.7%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
14.5% → 13.6%
-0.9 pts
Median age
29.8 → 30.9
+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $82,979 in 2021 to $93,650 more recently. The population has grown by 5.0% since 2021, moving from about 23,517 residents to roughly 24,693.

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About renting in Patterson, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Patterson is $2,448/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,330/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,840/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,420/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,580/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($93,650/yr), Patterson ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Patterson an affordable city for renters?

Patterson is considered moderate for renters. At $2,448/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($93,650/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Patterson slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Patterson?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,448/mo in Patterson. The local median household income is $93,650/yr, meaning the typical Patterson household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Patterson?

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

How does Patterson rent compare to other cities in California?

Patterson is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #272 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,448/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Patterson?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Patterson ($2,448/mo): Newman ($1,295/mo), Ceres ($1,884/mo), Modesto ($1,986/mo).

What percentage of Patterson residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.7% of Patterson households are renters, while 71.3% are owner-occupied. Patterson leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Patterson rent compare to the national average?

Patterson's median rent of $2,448/mo is $483 (25%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #272 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,448/mo, rent takes ~31% of Patterson's median household income ($93,650/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Patterson 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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