How much does it cost to rent in Temecula, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Temecula, CA is $2,954. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Temecula cheaper than other California cities?

Temecula falls in the middle range for California, ranking #159 out of 387 cities at $2,954/mo.

When was Temecula rent data last updated?

Temecula 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

Temecula

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Pop. 111,167·159th most expensive in California·Temecula rents are up 5.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,954/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.4%

Month-over-Month

+2.1%

vs US Median

+$989

Rising (Monthly)

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Temecula · $2,954

More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Temecula's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,954/mo

Expected by trend

$3,086/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,087

1 BR

$2,180

2 BR

$2,713

3 BR

$3,623

4 BR+

$4,410

Research median

$2,713/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

$35,448/yr

At $2,954/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.4% YoY, +2.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Temecula, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 38.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

111,167

Median income

$121,063

Median age

36.7

Renters

32%

Age distribution

26.8%

20.2%

27.6%

12.7%

Under 1826.8%

18–3420.2%

35–5427.6%

55–6412.7%

65+12.7%

Gender

49.2%

50.8%

Male49.2%

Female50.8%

Race & ethnicity

54.5%

29%

White54.5%

Black5%

Hispanic29%

Asian10.6%

Other0.9%

Education (25+)

18.8%

35.9%

38.8%

No HS diploma6.5%

HS diploma18.8%

Some college35.9%

Bachelor's+38.8%

Housing tenure

68%

32%

Owner68%

Renter32%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Temecula, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,253 → $2,954

up 31.1%

Income

$103,546 → $121,063

up 16.9%

Population

109,376 → 111,167

up 1.6%

Renter share

32.4% → 32%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

36.6% → 38.8%

+2.2 pts

Median age

35.8 → 36.7

+0.9 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Temecula, CA has climbed by $701 per month, settling near $2,954 after starting the period at $2,253. Household income in the area moved from $103,546 to $121,063 across the same window, up 16.9% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 14.2 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 109,376 to 111,167 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 36.6% to 38.8%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Temecula, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Temecula on your salary?

At $2,954/mo, how Temecula rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 38.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 21.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 17% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 47.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 53% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Temecula rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Temecula

About renting in Temecula, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Temecula is $2,954/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,087/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,713/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,623/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($121,063/yr), Temecula ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Temecula an affordable city for renters?

Temecula is considered affordable for renters. At $2,954/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($121,063/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Temecula falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Temecula?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,954/mo in Temecula. The local median household income is $121,063/yr, meaning the typical Temecula household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Temecula?

Rent in Temecula has increased 5.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Temecula neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Temecula are 92590 ($2,631/mo), 92591 ($2,695/mo), and 92592 ($3,290/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Temecula is $2,954/mo.

How does Temecula rent compare to other cities in California?

Temecula is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #159 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,954/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Temecula?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Temecula ($2,954/mo): Murrieta ($2,610/mo), Wildomar ($2,698/mo), Menifee ($2,824/mo).

What percentage of Temecula residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32% of Temecula households are renters, while 68% are owner-occupied. Temecula leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Temecula rent compare to the national average?

Temecula's median rent of $2,954/mo is $989 (50%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #159 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,954/mo, rent takes ~29% of Temecula's median household income ($121,063/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Temecula 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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