How much does it cost to rent in San Gabriel, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in San Gabriel, CA is $2,776. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is San Gabriel cheaper than other California cities?

San Gabriel falls in the middle range for California, ranking #195 out of 387 cities at $2,776/mo.

When was San Gabriel rent data last updated?

San Gabriel 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

San Gabriel

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Pop. 38,392·195th most expensive in California·San Gabriel rents are up 5.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,776/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.7%

Month-over-Month

+4.7%

vs US Median

+$811

Rising (Monthly)

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San Gabriel · $2,776

More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what San Gabriel's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,776/mo

Expected by trend

$2,861/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,850

1 BR

$2,080

2 BR

$2,620

3 BR

$3,325

4 BR+

$3,690

Research median

$2,620/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

$33,312/yr

At $2,776/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.7% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

San Gabriel, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

38,392

Median income

$90,488

Median age

45.5

Renters

49.6%

Age distribution

18%

18.8%

28.2%

16.1%

19%

Under 1818%

18–3418.8%

35–5428.2%

55–6416.1%

65+19%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

26%

60%

White12%

Black1.5%

Hispanic26%

Asian60%

Other0.5%

Education (25+)

20.8%

21.8%

35.6%

No HS diploma20.8%

HS diploma21.8%

Some college21.8%

Bachelor's+35.6%

Housing tenure

50.4%

49.6%

Owner50.4%

Renter49.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How San Gabriel, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,035 → $2,776

up 36.4%

Income

$76,918 → $90,488

up 17.6%

Population

39,673 → 38,392

down 3.2%

Renter share

52.5% → 49.6%

-2.9 pts

Bachelor's+

33.5% → 35.6%

+2.1 pts

Median age

43 → 45.5

+2.5 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in San Gabriel, CA has increased by $741 per month, settling near $2,776 after starting the period at $2,035. Census figures show median household income at $90,488 today, compared with $76,918 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 18.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 39,673 to 38,392 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.2% change. About 49.6% of households rent today, against 52.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 33.5% to 35.6%. 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 San Gabriel on your salary?

At $2,776/mo, how San Gabriel rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 29.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 16% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 44.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 49.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

San Gabriel rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in San Gabriel, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in San Gabriel is $2,776/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,850/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,080/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,325/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($90,488/yr), San Gabriel ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is San Gabriel an affordable city for renters?

San Gabriel is considered moderate for renters. At $2,776/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($90,488/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. San Gabriel slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in San Gabriel?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $111,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,776/mo in San Gabriel. The local median household income is $90,488/yr, meaning the typical San Gabriel household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in San Gabriel?

Rent in San Gabriel has increased 5.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which San Gabriel neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in San Gabriel are 91776 ($2,524/mo), and 91775 ($3,571/mo). Citywide, the median rent in San Gabriel is $2,776/mo.

How does San Gabriel rent compare to other cities in California?

San Gabriel is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #195 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,776/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than San Gabriel?

Alhambra is nearby and more affordable at $2,592/mo, which is $184 less than San Gabriel.

What percentage of San Gabriel residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.6% of San Gabriel households are renters, while 50.4% are owner-occupied. San Gabriel leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does San Gabriel rent compare to the national average?

San Gabriel's median rent of $2,776/mo is $811 (41%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #195 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $2,776/mo, rent takes ~37% of San Gabriel's median household income ($90,488/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

San Gabriel 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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