How much does it cost to rent in Port Hueneme, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Port Hueneme, CA is $2,879. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Port Hueneme cheaper than other California cities?

Port Hueneme falls in the middle range for California, ranking #173 out of 387 cities at $2,879/mo.

When was Port Hueneme rent data last updated?

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

City Report · CA

Port Hueneme

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Pop. 21,582·173rd most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,879/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.5%

Month-over-Month

+7.2%

vs US Median

+$914

Rising (Monthly)

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Port Hueneme · $2,879

More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Port Hueneme's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,879/mo

Expected by trend

$3,021/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,760

1 BR

$2,010

2 BR

$2,410

3 BR

$3,290

4 BR+

$3,830

Research median

$2,410/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

$34,548/yr

At $2,879/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.5% YoY, +7.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Hueneme, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,582

Median income

$92,660

Median age

37.8

Renters

51.7%

Age distribution

20.9%

23.8%

28.1%

15.3%

Under 1820.9%

18–3423.8%

35–5428.1%

55–6411.9%

65+15.3%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

41.5%

55.4%

White41.5%

Black2.5%

Hispanic55.4%

Asian4.1%

Education (25+)

17.7%

22.7%

34.5%

25.1%

No HS diploma17.7%

HS diploma22.7%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+25.1%

Housing tenure

48.3%

51.7%

Owner48.3%

Renter51.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Port Hueneme, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,157 → $2,879

up 33.5%

Income

$67,386 → $92,660

up 37.5%

Population

21,954 → 21,582

down 1.7%

Renter share

53.5% → 51.7%

-1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

20.2% → 25.1%

+4.9 pts

Median age

33.4 → 37.8

+4.4 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Port Hueneme, CA has increased from $2,157 to $2,879, a 33.5% change over five years. Median household income rose from $67,386 to $92,660 between 2021 and 2024, a 37.5% shift. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has contracted by 1.7% since 2021, moving from about 21,954 residents to roughly 21,582. Renters now make up 51.7% of households, compared with 53.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 25.1% of adults here, versus 20.2% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Port Hueneme, CA reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Port Hueneme on your salary?

At $2,879/mo, how Port Hueneme rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 43.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 21.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 46.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 51.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Port Hueneme rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Port Hueneme, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Hueneme is $2,879/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,410/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,010/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,290/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($92,660/yr), Port Hueneme ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Hueneme an affordable city for renters?

Port Hueneme is considered moderate for renters. At $2,879/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($92,660/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Hueneme slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Hueneme?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $115,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,879/mo in Port Hueneme. The local median household income is $92,660/yr, meaning the typical Port Hueneme household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Hueneme?

Rent in Port Hueneme has decreased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Port Hueneme rent compare to other cities in California?

Port Hueneme is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #173 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,879/mo.

What percentage of Port Hueneme residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.7% of Port Hueneme households are renters, while 48.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Port Hueneme has a strong rental market.

How does Port Hueneme rent compare to the national average?

Port Hueneme's median rent of $2,879/mo is $914 (47%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #173 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $2,879/mo, rent takes ~37% of Port Hueneme's median household income ($92,660/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Hueneme 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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