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Tiburon

Pop. 9,012·14th most expensive in California·Tiburon rents are up 5.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$5,734/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.1%
Month-over-Month
+2.0%
vs US Median
+$3,769
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Tiburon · $5,734
More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
30% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $5,734/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$229,000/yr
Local median income
$232,969/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Tiburon's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,890
1 BR
$3,530
2 BR
$4,210
3 BR
$5,250
4 BR+
$5,580
Research median
$4,210/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
$68,808/yr
At $5,734/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 5.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.1% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tiburon, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 80.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,012
Median income
$232,969
Median age
51.6
Renters
25.1%
Age distribution
19.6%
27.4%
14.9%
27.5%
Under 1819.6%
18–3410.6%
35–5427.4%
55–6414.9%
65+27.5%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
77.9%
White77.9%
Black1.1%
Hispanic5.8%
Asian9.5%
Other5.7%
Education (25+)
15.9%
80.1%
No HS diploma1.1%
HS diploma2.9%
Some college15.9%
Bachelor's+80.1%
Housing tenure
74.9%
25.1%
Owner74.9%
Renter25.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tiburon, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$192,292 → $232,969
up 21.2%
Population
9,146 → 9,012
down 1.5%
Renter share
30% → 25.1%
-4.9 pts
Bachelor's+
77.6% → 80.1%
+2.5 pts
Median age
49.6 → 51.6
+2.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Tiburon, CA now reports about $232,969, up from $192,292 in 2021. The population has contracted by 1.5% since 2021, moving from about 9,146 residents to roughly 9,012. Renters now make up 25.1% of households, compared with 30% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 80.1% of adults here, versus 77.6% in 2021.

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Tiburon rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Tiburon, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tiburon is $5,734/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,890/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $4,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,530/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $5,250/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($232,969/yr), Tiburon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiburon an affordable city for renters?

Tiburon is considered moderate for renters. At $5,734/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($232,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tiburon slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Tiburon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $229,000/year (~$110/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $5,734/mo in Tiburon. The local median household income is $232,969/yr, meaning the typical Tiburon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tiburon?

Rent in Tiburon has increased 5.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Tiburon rent compare to other cities in California?

Tiburon is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #14 out of 387 tracked cities at $5,734/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tiburon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tiburon ($5,734/mo): Sausalito ($3,677/mo), Larkspur ($4,077/mo), San Francisco ($4,401/mo).

What percentage of Tiburon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.1% of Tiburon households are renters, while 74.9% are owner-occupied. Tiburon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tiburon rent compare to the national average?

Tiburon's median rent of $5,734/mo is $3,769 (192%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #14 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $5,734/mo, rent takes ~30% of Tiburon's median household income ($232,969/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax1–13.3%
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