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Stanton

Pop. 39,402·216th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,701/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.4%
Month-over-Month
-4.6%
vs US Median
+$736
Falling (Monthly)
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Stanton · $2,701
More expensive than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,701/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$108,000/yr
Local median income
$84,707/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Stanton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,980
1 BR
$2,110
2 BR
$2,510
3 BR
$3,400
4 BR+
$4,030
Research median
$2,510/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
$32,412/yr
At $2,701/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.4% YoY, -4.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Stanton, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,402
Median income
$84,707
Median age
39.8
Renters
51.9%
Age distribution
21%
23.2%
26.3%
14.4%
15.1%
Under 1821%
18–3423.2%
35–5426.3%
55–6414.4%
65+15.1%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
24.5%
52.7%
26.8%
White24.5%
Black1.4%
Hispanic52.7%
Asian26.8%
Education (25+)
29.6%
24.6%
24.8%
21.1%
No HS diploma29.6%
HS diploma24.6%
Some college24.8%
Bachelor's+21.1%
Housing tenure
48.1%
51.9%
Owner48.1%
Renter51.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stanton, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$68,821 → $84,707
up 23.1%
Population
38,167 → 39,402
up 3.2%
Renter share
51.7% → 51.9%
+0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
21.9% → 21.1%
-0.8 pts
Median age
36 → 39.8
+3.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $68,821 in 2021 to $84,707 more recently. The population has grown by 3.2% since 2021, moving from about 38,167 residents to roughly 39,402.

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At $2,701/mo, how Stanton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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About renting in Stanton, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stanton is $2,701/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,110/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,400/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($84,707/yr), Stanton ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stanton an affordable city for renters?

Stanton is considered moderate for renters. At $2,701/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($84,707/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stanton slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Stanton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,701/mo in Stanton. The local median household income is $84,707/yr, meaning the typical Stanton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stanton?

Rent in Stanton has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.4% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Stanton rent compare to other cities in California?

Stanton is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #216 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,701/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stanton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stanton ($2,701/mo): Buena Park ($2,603/mo), Westminster ($2,629/mo), Garden Grove ($2,679/mo).

What percentage of Stanton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.9% of Stanton households are renters, while 48.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Stanton has a strong rental market.

How does Stanton rent compare to the national average?

Stanton's median rent of $2,701/mo is $736 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #216 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,701/mo, rent takes ~38% of Stanton's median household income ($84,707/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stanton 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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