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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Pomona, CA is $2,385. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Pomona cheaper than other California cities?

Pomona is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #286 out of 387 cities at $2,385/mo.

When was Pomona rent data last updated?

Pomona rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Pomona a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Pomona is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Pomona

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Pop. 147,943·286th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Pomona, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,385/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.3%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$420

Stable (Monthly)

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Pomona · $2,385

More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Pomona's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,385/mo

Expected by trend

$2,631/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,600

1 BR

$1,810

2 BR

$2,290

3 BR

$2,940

4 BR+

$3,240

Research median

$2,290/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

$28,620/yr

At $2,385/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.3% YoY, -0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Pomona, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

147,943

Median income

$79,479

Median age

Renters

46%

Age distribution

22.9%

25.7%

26.5%

13.4%

Under 1822.9%

18–3425.7%

35–5426.5%

55–6411.5%

65+13.4%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

16%

71.8%

White16%

Black5.6%

Hispanic71.8%

Asian10.7%

Education (25+)

26.5%

26.8%

26.5%

20.3%

No HS diploma26.5%

HS diploma26.8%

Some college26.5%

Bachelor's+20.3%

Housing tenure

54%

46%

Owner54%

Renter46%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pomona, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,823 → $2,385

up 30.8%

Income

$67,549 → $79,479

up 17.7%

Population

151,592 → 147,943

down 2.4%

Renter share

47% → 46%

-1.0 pts

Bachelor's+

18.1% → 20.3%

+2.2 pts

Median age

33.9 → 36

+2.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Pomona, CA paid around $1,823 a month. That figure now sits near $2,385, up 30.8% from the 2021 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $79,479 today, compared with $67,549 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Pomona, CA losing about 3,649 residents over the five-year window, down 2.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.1% to 20.3% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Pomona on your salary?

At $2,385/mo, how Pomona rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 17.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 38.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Pomona rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Pomona

About renting in Pomona, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pomona is $2,385/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,600/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,940/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($79,479/yr), Pomona ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pomona an affordable city for renters?

Pomona is considered moderate for renters. At $2,385/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($79,479/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pomona slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Pomona?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,385/mo in Pomona. The local median household income is $79,479/yr, meaning the typical Pomona household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pomona?

Rent in Pomona has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Pomona neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pomona are 91768 ($1,869/mo), 91767 ($2,472/mo), and 91766 ($2,511/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pomona is $2,385/mo.

How does Pomona rent compare to other cities in California?

Pomona is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #286 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,385/mo.

What percentage of Pomona residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46% of Pomona households are renters, while 54% are owner-occupied. Pomona leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pomona rent compare to the national average?

Pomona's median rent of $2,385/mo is $420 (21%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #286 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,385/mo, rent takes ~36% of Pomona's median household income ($79,479/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pomona 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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