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Ramona

Pop. 22,634·304th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Ramona, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,284/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.1%
Month-over-Month
+6.5%
vs US Median
+$319
Rising (Monthly)
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Ramona · $2,284
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,284/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$91,000/yr
Local median income
$107,427/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ramona's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,070
1 BR
$2,250
2 BR
$2,780
3 BR
$3,720
4 BR+
$4,530
Research median
$2,780/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
$27,408/yr
At $2,284/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.1% YoY, +6.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ramona, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,634
Median income
$107,427
Median age
39.2
Renters
29.5%
Age distribution
22.4%
21.8%
25.6%
14.5%
15.8%
Under 1822.4%
18–3421.8%
35–5425.6%
55–6414.5%
65+15.8%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
62.8%
37.7%
White62.8%
Black0.8%
Hispanic37.7%
Asian1.5%
Education (25+)
16.2%
28%
30.4%
25.4%
No HS diploma16.2%
HS diploma28%
Some college30.4%
Bachelor's+25.4%
Housing tenure
70.5%
29.5%
Owner70.5%
Renter29.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ramona, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$82,079 → $107,427
up 30.9%
Population
21,853 → 22,634
up 3.6%
Renter share
34.2% → 29.5%
-4.7 pts
Bachelor's+
21.1% → 25.4%
+4.3 pts
Median age
38.2 → 39.2
+1.0 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $82,079 in 2021 to $107,427 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 21,853 to 22,634 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.6% change. About 29.5% of households rent today, against 34.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 21.1% to 25.4%.

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At $2,284/mo, how Ramona rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Ramona rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Ramona, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ramona is $2,284/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,070/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,780/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,250/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,720/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($107,427/yr), Ramona ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ramona an affordable city for renters?

Ramona is considered affordable for renters. At $2,284/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($107,427/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ramona falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ramona?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,284/mo in Ramona. The local median household income is $107,427/yr, meaning the typical Ramona household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ramona?

Rent in Ramona has increased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ramona rent compare to other cities in California?

Ramona is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #304 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,284/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ramona?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ramona ($2,284/mo): Lakeside ($2,203/mo), El Cajon ($2,277/mo).

What percentage of Ramona residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.5% of Ramona households are renters, while 70.5% are owner-occupied. Ramona leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ramona rent compare to the national average?

Ramona's median rent of $2,284/mo is $319 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #304 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,284/mo, rent takes ~26% of Ramona's median household income ($107,427/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ramona 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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