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Running Springs

Pop. 4,917·306th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Running Springs, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,275/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+9.1%
vs US Median
+$310
Rising (Monthly)
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Running Springs · $2,275
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,275/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$91,000/yr
Local median income
$81,516/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Running Springs's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,680
1 BR
$1,750
2 BR
$2,180
3 BR
$2,910
4 BR+
$3,540
Research median
$2,180/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, +9.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Running Springs, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,917
Median income
$81,516
Median age
37.9
Renters
26%
Age distribution
25.5%
18.3%
24.6%
14.5%
17.2%
Under 1825.5%
18–3418.3%
35–5424.6%
55–6414.5%
65+17.2%
Gender
50.4%
49.6%
Male50.4%
Female49.6%
Race & ethnicity
73%
23.1%
White73%
Hispanic23.1%
Asian2.4%
Other1.6%
Education (25+)
23.3%
40.5%
30.5%
No HS diploma5.6%
HS diploma23.3%
Some college40.5%
Bachelor's+30.5%
Housing tenure
74%
26%
Owner74%
Renter26%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Running Springs, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,682 → $81,516
up 7.7%
Population
3,998 → 4,917
up 23.0%
Renter share
23.5% → 26%
+2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
29.8% → 30.5%
+0.7 pts
Median age
42.2 → 37.9
-4.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $75,682 in 2021 to $81,516 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 3,998 to 4,917 between 2021 and 2024, a 23.0% change. About 26% of households rent today, against 23.5% in 2021.

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At $2,275/mo, how Running Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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About renting in Running Springs, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Running Springs is $2,275/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,180/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,750/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,910/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($81,516/yr), Running Springs ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Running Springs an affordable city for renters?

Running Springs is considered moderate for renters. At $2,275/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($81,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Running Springs slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Running Springs?

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 Running Springs. The local median household income is $81,516/yr, meaning the typical Running Springs household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Running Springs?

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

How does Running Springs rent compare to other cities in California?

Running Springs 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 Running Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Running Springs ($2,275/mo): San Bernardino ($1,994/mo), Crestline ($2,219/mo).

What percentage of Running Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26% of Running Springs households are renters, while 74% are owner-occupied. Running Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Running Springs rent compare to the national average?

Running Springs'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
33%
MODERATE

At $2,275/mo, rent takes ~33% of Running Springs's median household income ($81,516/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Running Springs 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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