How much does it cost to rent in Rancho Cucamonga, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is $2,813. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rancho Cucamonga cheaper than other California cities?

Rancho Cucamonga falls in the middle range for California, ranking #186 out of 387 cities at $2,813/mo.

When was Rancho Cucamonga rent data last updated?

Rancho Cucamonga 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

Rancho Cucamonga

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Pop. 175,411·186th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,813/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.1%

vs US Median

+$848

Stable (Monthly)

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Rancho Cucamonga · $2,813

More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

71/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Rancho Cucamonga's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,813/mo

Expected by trend

$3,151/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,450

1 BR

$2,555

2 BR

$3,183

3 BR

$4,248

4 BR+

$5,168

Research median

$3,183/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

$33,756/yr

At $2,813/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

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 (-0.7% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rancho Cucamonga, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

175,411

Median income

$111,895

Median age

38.6

Renters

37.7%

Age distribution

22.5%

22.7%

27.2%

13%

14.5%

Under 1822.5%

18–3422.7%

35–5427.2%

55–6413%

65+14.5%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

40.2%

38.1%

15.3%

White40.2%

Black8.7%

Hispanic38.1%

Asian15.3%

Education (25+)

20.8%

33.2%

37.5%

No HS diploma8.5%

HS diploma20.8%

Some college33.2%

Bachelor's+37.5%

Housing tenure

62.3%

37.7%

Owner62.3%

Renter37.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rancho Cucamonga, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,406 → $2,813

up 16.9%

Income

$97,046 → $111,895

up 15.3%

Population

173,946 → 175,411

up 0.8%

Renter share

37.3% → 37.7%

+0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

36.5% → 37.5%

+1.0 pts

Median age

36.9 → 38.6

+1.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Rancho Cucamonga, CA has shifted from $2,406 to $2,813, up 16.9% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $97,046 to $111,895 across the same window, up 15.3% versus 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Rancho Cucamonga, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rancho Cucamonga on your salary?

At $2,813/mo, how Rancho Cucamonga rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 45.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 50.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Rancho Cucamonga rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rancho Cucamonga is $2,813/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,183/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,555/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,248/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($111,895/yr), Rancho Cucamonga ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rancho Cucamonga an affordable city for renters?

Rancho Cucamonga is considered moderate for renters. At $2,813/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($111,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rancho Cucamonga slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rancho Cucamonga?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $113,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,813/mo in Rancho Cucamonga. The local median household income is $111,895/yr, meaning the typical Rancho Cucamonga household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rancho Cucamonga?

Rent in Rancho Cucamonga has decreased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Rancho Cucamonga neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Rancho Cucamonga are 91730 ($2,787/mo), 91739 ($2,798/mo), and 91701 ($3,177/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Rancho Cucamonga is $2,813/mo.

How does Rancho Cucamonga rent compare to other cities in California?

Rancho Cucamonga is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #186 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,813/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rancho Cucamonga?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rancho Cucamonga ($2,813/mo): Upland ($2,408/mo), Ontario ($2,635/mo), Montclair ($2,770/mo).

What percentage of Rancho Cucamonga residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.7% of Rancho Cucamonga households are renters, while 62.3% are owner-occupied. Rancho Cucamonga leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rancho Cucamonga rent compare to the national average?

Rancho Cucamonga's median rent of $2,813/mo is $848 (43%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #186 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $2,813/mo, rent takes ~30% of Rancho Cucamonga's median household income ($111,895/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rancho Cucamonga 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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