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Truckee

Pop. 17,066·23rd most expensive in California·Truckee rents have dropped 7.7%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$4,538/mo
Year-over-Year
-7.7%
Month-over-Month
+7.9%
vs US Median
+$2,573
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Truckee · $4,538
More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
42% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $4,538/mo, rent takes about 42% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$182,000/yr
Local median income
$130,462/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Truckee's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,810
1 BR
$1,950
2 BR
$2,430
3 BR
$3,370
4 BR+
$3,990
Research median
$2,430/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
$54,456/yr
At $4,538/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-7.7% YoY, +7.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Truckee, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 60.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,066
Median income
$130,462
Median age
42
Renters
26.6%
Age distribution
22.3%
16.1%
32.4%
14.7%
14.5%
Under 1822.3%
18–3416.1%
35–5432.4%
55–6414.7%
65+14.5%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
82.5%
14.8%
White82.5%
Black0.7%
Hispanic14.8%
Asian2.1%
Education (25+)
24.4%
60.8%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma9.1%
Some college24.4%
Bachelor's+60.8%
Housing tenure
73.4%
26.6%
Owner73.4%
Renter26.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Truckee, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$103,772 → $130,462
up 25.7%
Population
16,850 → 17,066
up 1.3%
Renter share
21.8% → 26.6%
+4.8 pts
Bachelor's+
58.5% → 60.8%
+2.3 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $103,772 in 2021 to $130,462 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 16,850 to 17,066 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change. About 26.6% of households rent today, against 21.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 58.5% to 60.8%.

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By apartment size

Truckee rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Truckee, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Truckee is $4,538/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,430/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,950/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,370/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($130,462/yr), Truckee ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 7.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Truckee an affordable city for renters?

Truckee is considered stretched for renters. At $4,538/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($130,462/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Truckee significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Truckee?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $182,000/year (~$88/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,538/mo in Truckee. The local median household income is $130,462/yr, meaning the typical Truckee household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Truckee?

Rent in Truckee has decreased 7.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Truckee rent compare to other cities in California?

Truckee is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #23 out of 387 tracked cities at $4,538/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Truckee?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Truckee ($4,538/mo): Carson City ($1,840/mo), Reno ($1,932/mo), Verdi ($2,172/mo).

What percentage of Truckee residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.6% of Truckee households are renters, while 73.4% are owner-occupied. Truckee leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Truckee rent compare to the national average?

Truckee's median rent of $4,538/mo is $2,573 (131%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #23 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $4,538/mo, rent takes ~42% of Truckee's median household income ($130,462/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Truckee 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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