RentDataNowRentDataNow
City Report · CA

Rosamond

Pop. 21,473·317th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Rosamond, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,213/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.3%
vs US Median
+$248
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss Rosamond rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
Rosamond · $2,213
More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,213/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$89,000/yr
Local median income
$79,386/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rosamond's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$26,556/yr
At $2,213/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.3% MoM), not inventory.
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Rosamond, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,473
Median income
$79,386
Median age
31.3
Renters
23.1%
Age distribution
31.4%
24.9%
23.5%
Under 1831.4%
18–3424.9%
35–5423.5%
55–649.6%
65+10.6%
Gender
52.6%
47.4%
Male52.6%
Female47.4%
Race & ethnicity
44.7%
47.6%
White44.7%
Black9.9%
Hispanic47.6%
Asian3.7%
Education (25+)
15.6%
30.5%
37.7%
16.2%
No HS diploma15.6%
HS diploma30.5%
Some college37.7%
Bachelor's+16.2%
Housing tenure
76.9%
23.1%
Owner76.9%
Renter23.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rosamond, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$70,208 → $79,386
up 13.1%
Population
20,574 → 21,473
up 4.4%
Renter share
26.5% → 23.1%
-3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
18.3% → 16.2%
-2.1 pts

Median household income climbed from $70,208 to $79,386 between 2021 and 2024, a 13.1% shift. Census counts show Rosamond, CA adding about 899 residents over the five-year window, up 4.4% on net. The renter share has eased from 26.5% to 23.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18.3% to 16.2% across the same window.

Community

Discussions about Rosamond

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Rosamond rent history (2015–2026) →
Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rosamond on your salary?

At $2,213/mo, how Rosamond rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Rosamond rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Rosamond

About renting in Rosamond, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rosamond is $2,213/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 33% of local median household income ($79,386/yr), Rosamond ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rosamond an affordable city for renters?

Rosamond is considered moderate for renters. At $2,213/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($79,386/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rosamond slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rosamond?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,213/mo in Rosamond. The local median household income is $79,386/yr, meaning the typical Rosamond household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rosamond?

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

How does Rosamond rent compare to other cities in California?

Rosamond is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #317 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,213/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rosamond?

Tehachapi is nearby and more affordable at $1,923/mo, which is $290 less than Rosamond.

What percentage of Rosamond residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.1% of Rosamond households are renters, while 76.9% are owner-occupied. Rosamond leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rosamond rent compare to the national average?

Rosamond's median rent of $2,213/mo is $248 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #317 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,213/mo, rent takes ~33% of Rosamond's median household income ($79,386/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rosamond 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
Run the Rosamond affordability calculator →
Lowest-rent ZIP codes in Rosamond
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Neighborhoods

Estimated from ZIP-level data

Schools nearby

Public schools near Rosamond, CA

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for Rosamond.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.