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Riverbank

Pop. 25,166·306th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Riverbank, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,275/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+7.2%
vs US Median
+$310
Rising (Monthly)
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Riverbank · $2,275
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,275/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$91,000/yr
Local median income
$87,966/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Riverbank's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,180
1 BR
$1,260
2 BR
$1,630
3 BR
$2,280
4 BR+
$2,650
Research median
$1,630/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
$27,300/yr
At $2,275/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +7.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Riverbank, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,166
Median income
$87,966
Median age
34.4
Renters
27.7%
Age distribution
28.8%
22.1%
28%
12.2%
Under 1828.8%
18–3422.1%
35–5428%
55–648.9%
65+12.2%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
38.5%
60.1%
White38.5%
Black1.3%
Hispanic60.1%
Asian4.4%
Education (25+)
19.6%
27.3%
33.4%
19.6%
No HS diploma19.6%
HS diploma27.3%
Some college33.4%
Bachelor's+19.6%
Housing tenure
72.3%
27.7%
Owner72.3%
Renter27.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Riverbank, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,216 → $87,966
up 17.0%
Population
24,714 → 25,166
up 1.8%
Renter share
32.9% → 27.7%
-5.2 pts
Bachelor's+
15.9% → 19.6%
+3.7 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Riverbank, CA now reports about $87,966, up from $75,216 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 24,714 to 25,166 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. About 27.7% of households rent today, against 32.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 15.9% to 19.6%.

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Riverbank rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Riverbank, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Riverbank is $2,275/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,630/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,280/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($87,966/yr), Riverbank ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverbank an affordable city for renters?

Riverbank is considered moderate for renters. At $2,275/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($87,966/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Riverbank slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Riverbank?

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 $2,275/mo in Riverbank. The local median household income is $87,966/yr, meaning the typical Riverbank household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Riverbank?

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

How does Riverbank rent compare to other cities in California?

Riverbank is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #306 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,275/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Riverbank?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Riverbank ($2,275/mo): Ceres ($1,884/mo), Modesto ($1,986/mo), Turlock ($2,083/mo).

What percentage of Riverbank residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.7% of Riverbank households are renters, while 72.3% are owner-occupied. Riverbank leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Riverbank rent compare to the national average?

Riverbank's median rent of $2,275/mo is $310 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #306 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,275/mo, rent takes ~31% of Riverbank's median household income ($87,966/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Riverbank 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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