How much does it cost to rent in Roseville, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Roseville, CA is $2,645. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Roseville cheaper than other California cities?

Roseville falls in the middle range for California, ranking #233 out of 387 cities at $2,645/mo.

When was Roseville rent data last updated?

Roseville 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

Roseville

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Pop. 155,955·233rd most expensive in California·Roseville rents are up 7.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,645/mo

Year-over-Year

+7.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.5%

vs US Median

+$680

Rising (Monthly)

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Roseville · $2,645

More expensive than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,645/mo

Expected by trend

$2,795/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,033

1 BR

$2,153

2 BR

$2,673

3 BR

$3,627

4 BR+

$4,183

Research median

$2,673/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

$31,740/yr

At $2,645/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 7.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+7.7% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Roseville, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 44.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

155,955

Median income

$119,288

Median age

40.2

Renters

31.2%

Age distribution

22.6%

20.2%

27.5%

12.4%

17.4%

Under 1822.6%

18–3420.2%

35–5427.5%

55–6412.4%

65+17.4%

Gender

49.5%

50.5%

Male49.5%

Female50.5%

Race & ethnicity

64.2%

16.5%

13.3%

White64.2%

Black2.1%

Hispanic16.5%

Asian13.3%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

16.8%

34.5%

44.3%

No HS diploma4.5%

HS diploma16.8%

Some college34.5%

Bachelor's+44.3%

Housing tenure

68.8%

31.2%

Owner68.8%

Renter31.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Roseville, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,169 → $2,645

up 21.9%

Income

$102,660 → $119,288

up 16.2%

Population

145,687 → 155,955

up 7.0%

Renter share

32.3% → 31.2%

-1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

44.4% → 44.3%

-0.1 pts

Median age

39.2 → 40.2

+1.0 yrs

The median rent in Roseville, CA stood at $2,169 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,645, reflecting a 21.9% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $119,288 today, compared with $102,660 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 7.0% since 2021, moving from about 145,687 residents to roughly 155,955. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Roseville on your salary?

At $2,645/mo, how Roseville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 40.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 47.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Roseville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Roseville, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Roseville is $2,645/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,033/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,673/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,153/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,627/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($119,288/yr), Roseville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Roseville an affordable city for renters?

Roseville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,645/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($119,288/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Roseville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Roseville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $106,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,645/mo in Roseville. The local median household income is $119,288/yr, meaning the typical Roseville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Roseville?

Rent in Roseville has increased 7.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Roseville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Roseville are 95661 ($2,206/mo), 95678 ($2,416/mo), and 95747 ($2,931/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Roseville is $2,645/mo.

How does Roseville rent compare to other cities in California?

Roseville is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #233 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,645/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Roseville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Roseville ($2,645/mo): Citrus Heights ($1,931/mo), Fair Oaks ($2,038/mo), Orangevale ($2,063/mo).

What percentage of Roseville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.2% of Roseville households are renters, while 68.8% are owner-occupied. Roseville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Roseville rent compare to the national average?

Roseville's median rent of $2,645/mo is $680 (35%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #233 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,645/mo, rent takes ~27% of Roseville's median household income ($119,288/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Roseville 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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