How much does it cost to rent in Rowland Heights, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rowland Heights, CA is $2,799. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rowland Heights cheaper than other California cities?

Rowland Heights falls in the middle range for California, ranking #188 out of 387 cities at $2,799/mo.

When was Rowland Heights rent data last updated?

Rowland Heights rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Rowland Heights

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Pop. 45,911·188th most expensive in California·Rowland Heights rents are up 14.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,799/mo

Year-over-Year

+14.8%

Month-over-Month

-2.7%

vs US Median

+$834

Falling (Monthly)

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Rowland Heights · $2,799

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

Rent Reality Score

44/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Rowland Heights's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,799/mo

Expected by trend

$2,715/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,890

1 BR

$2,120

2 BR

$2,670

3 BR

$3,390

4 BR+

$3,760

Research median

$2,670/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

$33,588/yr

At $2,799/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 14.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+14.8% YoY, -2.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Rowland Heights, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

45,911

Median income

$85,617

Median age

46.9

Renters

32%

Age distribution

16.7%

18.9%

26.3%

15%

23%

Under 1816.7%

18–3418.9%

35–5426.3%

55–6415%

65+23%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

29.5%

61.3%

White10.1%

Black1.6%

Hispanic29.5%

Asian61.3%

Education (25+)

14.8%

24.7%

24.5%

36.1%

No HS diploma14.8%

HS diploma24.7%

Some college24.5%

Bachelor's+36.1%

Housing tenure

68%

32%

Owner68%

Renter32%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rowland Heights, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,922 → $2,799

up 45.6%

Income

$79,476 → $85,617

up 7.7%

Population

48,765 → 45,911

down 5.9%

Renter share

32.4% → 32%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

38.4% → 36.1%

-2.3 pts

Median age

42.7 → 46.9

+4.2 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Rowland Heights, CA has shifted from $1,922 to $2,799, up 45.6% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $85,617 today, compared with $79,476 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Rowland Heights, CA losing about 2,854 residents over the five-year window, down 5.9% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 38.4% to 36.1% across the same window. 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 Rowland Heights on your salary?

At $2,799/mo, how Rowland Heights rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 36.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 16.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 45.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 50.2% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Rowland Heights rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Rowland Heights, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rowland Heights is $2,799/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,670/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,390/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($85,617/yr), Rowland Heights ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rowland Heights an affordable city for renters?

Rowland Heights is considered moderate for renters. At $2,799/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($85,617/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rowland Heights slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rowland Heights?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $112,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,799/mo in Rowland Heights. The local median household income is $85,617/yr, meaning the typical Rowland Heights household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rowland Heights?

Rent in Rowland Heights has increased 14.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rowland Heights rent compare to other cities in California?

Rowland Heights is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #188 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,799/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rowland Heights?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rowland Heights ($2,799/mo): La Puente ($2,383/mo), West Covina ($2,683/mo), La Habra ($2,745/mo).

What percentage of Rowland Heights residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Rowland Heights households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Rowland Heights leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rowland Heights rent compare to the national average?

Rowland Heights's median rent of $2,799/mo is $834 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #188 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

39%

MODERATE

At $2,799/mo, rent takes ~39% of Rowland Heights's median household income ($85,617/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rowland Heights 39%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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