How much does it cost to rent in Temple City, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Temple City, CA is $3,231. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Temple City cheaper than other California cities?

Temple City is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #115 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,231/mo.

When was Temple City rent data last updated?

Temple City 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

Temple City

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Pop. 35,430·115th most expensive in California·Temple City rents have dropped 5.2%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$3,231/mo

Year-over-Year

-5.2%

Month-over-Month

-2.0%

vs US Median

+$1,266

Falling (Monthly)

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Temple City · $3,231

More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Temple City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$3,231/mo

Expected by trend

$3,499/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,870

1 BR

$2,090

2 BR

$2,640

3 BR

$3,350

4 BR+

$3,720

Research median

$2,640/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

$38,772/yr

At $3,231/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 5.2% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-5.2% YoY, -2.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Temple City, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,430

Median income

$104,425

Median age

43.4

Renters

37.1%

Age distribution

21.2%

17.8%

28.7%

13.1%

19.4%

Under 1821.2%

18–3417.8%

35–5428.7%

55–6413.1%

65+19.4%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

15.6%

20.9%

63.7%

White15.6%

Black0.7%

Hispanic20.9%

Asian63.7%

Education (25+)

13.5%

21.6%

22.2%

42.7%

No HS diploma13.5%

HS diploma21.6%

Some college22.2%

Bachelor's+42.7%

Housing tenure

62.9%

37.1%

Owner62.9%

Renter37.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Temple City, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,909 → $3,231

up 11.1%

Income

$88,792 → $104,425

up 17.6%

Population

36,526 → 35,430

down 3.0%

Renter share

38.9% → 37.1%

-1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

42.7% → 42.7%

+0.0 pts

Compared with 2023, rent in Temple City, CA has increased by $322 per month, settling near $3,231 after starting the period at $2,909. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $88,792 in 2021 to $104,425 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 6.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 36,526 to 35,430 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.0% change. About 37.1% of households rent today, against 38.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Temple City, CA market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Temple City on your salary?

At $3,231/mo, how Temple City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 34.8% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 49% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 23.8% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 52.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 57.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 47% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Temple City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Temple City

About renting in Temple City, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Temple City is $3,231/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,640/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,090/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,350/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($104,425/yr), Temple City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 5.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Temple City an affordable city for renters?

Temple City is considered moderate for renters. At $3,231/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($104,425/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Temple City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Temple City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $129,000/year (~$62/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,231/mo in Temple City. The local median household income is $104,425/yr, meaning the typical Temple City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Temple City?

Rent in Temple City has decreased 5.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Temple City rent compare to other cities in California?

Temple City is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #115 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,231/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Temple City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Temple City ($3,231/mo): El Monte ($2,381/mo), San Gabriel ($2,776/mo), Rosemead ($2,848/mo).

What percentage of Temple City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.1% of Temple City households are renters, while 62.9% are owner-occupied. Temple City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Temple City rent compare to the national average?

Temple City's median rent of $3,231/mo is $1,266 (64%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #115 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $3,231/mo, rent takes ~37% of Temple City's median household income ($104,425/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Temple City 37%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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