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Tulare

Pop. 70,945·366th most expensive in California·Tulare rents are up 7.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,849/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.3%
Month-over-Month
+1.4%
vs US Median
-$116
Rising (Monthly)
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Tulare · $1,849
More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
45/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Tulare's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,849/mo
Expected by trend
$1,808/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,140
2 BR
$1,490
3 BR
$2,050
4 BR+
$2,370
Research median
$1,490/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
$22,188/yr
At $1,849/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 7.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.3% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Tulare, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
70,945
Median income
$72,410
Median age
29.5
Renters
41.5%
Age distribution
32%
24.8%
23.6%
Under 1832%
18–3424.8%
35–5423.6%
55–6410.3%
65+9.4%
Gender
48.6%
51.4%
Male48.6%
Female51.4%
Race & ethnicity
35%
64%
White35%
Black2.5%
Hispanic64%
Asian3.4%
Education (25+)
24%
31.2%
32.9%
No HS diploma24%
HS diploma31.2%
Some college32.9%
Bachelor's+11.8%
Housing tenure
58.5%
41.5%
Owner58.5%
Renter41.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Tulare, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,669 → $1,849
up 10.8%
Income
$62,050 → $72,410
up 16.7%
Population
68,395 → 70,945
up 3.7%
Renter share
41.5% → 41.5%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
10.1% → 11.8%
+1.7 pts
Median age
28 → 29.5
+1.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Tulare, CA has shifted from $1,669 to $1,849, up 10.8% since 2023. On the earnings side, the typical household in Tulare, CA now reports about $72,410, up from $62,050 in 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Tulare, CA adding about 2,550 residents over the five-year window, up 3.7% on net. For context, the 2023 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Tulare, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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By apartment size

Tulare rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tulare, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tulare is $1,849/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,130/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,490/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,140/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,050/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($72,410/yr), Tulare ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tulare an affordable city for renters?

Tulare is considered moderate for renters. At $1,849/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($72,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tulare slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Tulare?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,849/mo in Tulare. The local median household income is $72,410/yr, meaning the typical Tulare household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tulare?

Rent in Tulare has increased 7.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Tulare rent compare to other cities in California?

Tulare is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #366 out of 387 tracked cities at $1,849/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tulare?

Kingsburg is nearby and more affordable at $1,848/mo, which is $1 less than Tulare.

What percentage of Tulare residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.5% of Tulare households are renters, while 58.5% are owner-occupied. Tulare leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tulare rent compare to the national average?

Tulare's median rent of $1,849/mo is $116 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #366 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,849/mo, rent takes ~31% of Tulare's median household income ($72,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tulare 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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