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Pinole

Pop. 18,761·130th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,107/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
+$1,142
Stable (Monthly)
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Pinole · $3,107
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,107/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$124,000/yr
Local median income
$127,717/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Pinole's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,970
1 BR
$2,240
2 BR
$2,730
3 BR
$3,490
4 BR+
$4,150
Research median
$2,730/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
$37,284/yr
At $3,107/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pinole, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,761
Median income
$127,717
Median age
44.7
Renters
20.6%
Age distribution
15.7%
19.8%
26.9%
13.7%
23.8%
Under 1815.7%
18–3419.8%
35–5426.9%
55–6413.7%
65+23.8%
Gender
48.4%
51.6%
Male48.4%
Female51.6%
Race & ethnicity
31%
28.7%
27.6%
White31%
Black9.7%
Hispanic28.7%
Asian27.6%
Other3%
Education (25+)
21.3%
28.4%
38.6%
No HS diploma11.7%
HS diploma21.3%
Some college28.4%
Bachelor's+38.6%
Housing tenure
79.4%
20.6%
Owner79.4%
Renter20.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pinole, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$104,275 → $127,717
up 22.5%
Population
19,065 → 18,761
down 1.6%
Renter share
29% → 20.6%
-8.4 pts
Bachelor's+
34.9% → 38.6%
+3.7 pts
Median age
42.6 → 44.7
+2.1 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Pinole, CA now reports about $127,717, up from $104,275 in 2021. Census counts show Pinole, CA losing about 304 residents over the five-year window, down 1.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 29% to 20.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 34.9% to 38.6% across the same window.

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About renting in Pinole, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pinole is $3,107/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,970/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,730/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,490/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($127,717/yr), Pinole ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pinole an affordable city for renters?

Pinole is considered affordable for renters. At $3,107/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($127,717/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pinole falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Pinole?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $124,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,107/mo in Pinole. The local median household income is $127,717/yr, meaning the typical Pinole household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pinole?

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

How does Pinole rent compare to other cities in California?

Pinole is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #130 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,107/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pinole?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pinole ($3,107/mo): San Pablo ($2,255/mo), El Sobrante ($2,440/mo), Richmond ($2,509/mo).

What percentage of Pinole residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.6% of Pinole households are renters, while 79.4% are owner-occupied. Pinole leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pinole rent compare to the national average?

Pinole's median rent of $3,107/mo is $1,142 (58%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #130 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,107/mo, rent takes ~29% of Pinole's median household income ($127,717/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pinole 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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