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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in San Ramon, CA is $3,352. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is San Ramon cheaper than other California cities?

San Ramon is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #100 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,352/mo.

When was San Ramon rent data last updated?

San Ramon 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 Ramon

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Pop. 85,993·100th most expensive in California·San Ramon rents are up 22.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,352/mo

Year-over-Year

+22.3%

Month-over-Month

+7.8%

vs US Median

+$1,387

Rising (Monthly)

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San Ramon · $3,352

More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

23/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% above what San Ramon's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,352/mo

Expected by trend

$2,949/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,405

1 BR

$2,735

2 BR

$3,330

3 BR

$4,260

4 BR+

$5,060

Research median

$3,330/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

$40,224/yr

At $3,352/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 22.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+22.3% YoY, +7.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

San Ramon, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 71.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

85,993

Median income

$196,161

Median age

41.6

Renters

29.1%

Age distribution

25.8%

15.1%

33.8%

13.2%

12.2%

Under 1825.8%

18–3415.1%

35–5433.8%

55–6413.2%

65+12.2%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

34.9%

49.7%

White34.9%

Black3.3%

Hispanic7.5%

Asian49.7%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

17.4%

71.6%

No HS diploma3%

HS diploma8%

Some college17.4%

Bachelor's+71.6%

Housing tenure

70.9%

29.1%

Owner70.9%

Renter29.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How San Ramon, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,477 → $3,352

up 35.3%

Income

$173,519 → $196,161

up 13.0%

Population

85,688 → 85,993

up 0.4%

Renter share

28.8% → 29.1%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

70.3% → 71.6%

+1.3 pts

Median age

40.6 → 41.6

+1.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in San Ramon, CA has shifted from $2,477 to $3,352, up 35.3% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $173,519 to $196,161 across the same window, up 13.0% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in San Ramon, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in San Ramon on your salary?

At $3,352/mo, how San Ramon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 50.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 19.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 54.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 60.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 48.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

San Ramon rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in San Ramon, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in San Ramon is $3,352/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,405/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,330/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,735/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,260/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($196,161/yr), San Ramon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 22.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is San Ramon an affordable city for renters?

San Ramon is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,352/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($196,161/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. San Ramon falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $134,000/year (~$64/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,352/mo in San Ramon. The local median household income is $196,161/yr, meaning the typical San Ramon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in San Ramon?

Rent in San Ramon has increased 22.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which San Ramon neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in San Ramon are 94583 ($3,000/mo), and 94582 ($3,737/mo). Citywide, the median rent in San Ramon is $3,352/mo.

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

San Ramon is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #100 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,352/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than San Ramon ($3,352/mo): Castro Valley ($2,767/mo), Walnut Creek ($3,003/mo), Pleasanton ($3,180/mo).

What percentage of San Ramon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29.1% of San Ramon households are renters, while 70.9% are owner-occupied. San Ramon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does San Ramon rent compare to the national average?

San Ramon's median rent of $3,352/mo is $1,387 (71%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #100 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

21%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,352/mo, rent takes ~21% of San Ramon's median household income ($196,161/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

San Ramon 21%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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