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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in San Jacinto, CA is $2,793. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is San Jacinto cheaper than other California cities?

San Jacinto falls in the middle range for California, ranking #190 out of 387 cities at $2,793/mo.

When was San Jacinto rent data last updated?

San Jacinto 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 Jacinto

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Pop. 55,180·190th most expensive in California·San Jacinto rents have dropped 6.2%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,793/mo

Year-over-Year

-6.2%

Month-over-Month

+12.6%

vs US Median

+$828

Rising (Monthly)

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San Jacinto · $2,793

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

Rent Reality Score

60/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,793/mo

Expected by trend

$2,945/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,480

1 BR

$1,540

2 BR

$1,920

3 BR

$2,560

4 BR+

$3,120

Research median

$1,920/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

$33,516/yr

At $2,793/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 6.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-6.2% YoY, +12.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

San Jacinto, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

55,180

Median income

$80,647

Median age

31.9

Renters

25%

Age distribution

27.6%

27%

25.3%

Under 1827.6%

18–3427%

35–5425.3%

55–649.3%

65+10.9%

Gender

49.8%

50.2%

Male49.8%

Female50.2%

Race & ethnicity

28%

64.4%

White28%

Black5.2%

Hispanic64.4%

Asian2.8%

Education (25+)

21.1%

30.7%

33.9%

14.3%

No HS diploma21.1%

HS diploma30.7%

Some college33.9%

Bachelor's+14.3%

Housing tenure

75%

25%

Owner75%

Renter25%

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

2023 vs 2026

How San Jacinto, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,234 → $2,793

up 25.0%

Income

$62,144 → $80,647

up 29.8%

Population

53,299 → 55,180

up 3.5%

Renter share

33.2% → 25%

-8.2 pts

Bachelor's+

12.6% → 14.3%

+1.7 pts

Compared with 2023, rent in San Jacinto, CA has climbed by $559 per month, settling near $2,793 after starting the period at $2,234. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $62,144 in 2021 to $80,647 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 4.8 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 53,299 to 55,180 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.5% change. About 25% of households rent today, against 33.2% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the San Jacinto, CA market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in San Jacinto on your salary?

At $2,793/mo, how San Jacinto 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 = 42.3% 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 = 45.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 50.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

San Jacinto rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in San Jacinto

About renting in San Jacinto, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in San Jacinto is $2,793/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,480/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,560/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($80,647/yr), San Jacinto ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is San Jacinto an affordable city for renters?

San Jacinto is considered stretched for renters. At $2,793/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($80,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. San Jacinto significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

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

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 $2,793/mo in San Jacinto. The local median household income is $80,647/yr, meaning the typical San Jacinto household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in San Jacinto?

Rent in San Jacinto has decreased 6.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

San Jacinto is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #190 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,793/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than San Jacinto ($2,793/mo): Banning ($1,767/mo), Hemet ($1,939/mo), Calimesa ($2,248/mo).

What percentage of San Jacinto residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25% of San Jacinto households are renters, while 75% are owner-occupied. San Jacinto leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does San Jacinto rent compare to the national average?

San Jacinto's median rent of $2,793/mo is $828 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #190 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $2,793/mo, rent takes ~42% of San Jacinto's median household income ($80,647/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

San Jacinto 42%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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