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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Tustin, CA is $3,151. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Tustin cheaper than other California cities?

Tustin is one of the pricier cities in California, ranking #125 out of 387 cities tracked at $3,151/mo.

When was Tustin rent data last updated?

Tustin 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

Tustin

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Pop. 78,981·125th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$3,151/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.6%

vs US Median

+$1,186

Falling (Monthly)

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Tustin · $3,151

More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Tustin's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$3,151/mo

Expected by trend

$3,389/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,490

1 BR

$2,600

2 BR

$3,075

3 BR

$4,160

4 BR+

$4,970

Research median

$3,075/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

$37,812/yr

At $3,151/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Tustin, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 47.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

78,981

Median income

$112,503

Median age

37.5

Renters

51.2%

Age distribution

22.5%

23.7%

28.8%

13.1%

Under 1822.5%

18–3423.7%

35–5428.8%

55–6411.9%

65+13.1%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

31.6%

41.2%

26.4%

White31.6%

Black2.6%

Hispanic41.2%

Asian26.4%

Education (25+)

17.1%

24%

47.4%

No HS diploma11.6%

HS diploma17.1%

Some college24%

Bachelor's+47.4%

Housing tenure

48.8%

51.2%

Owner48.8%

Renter51.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tustin, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,386 → $3,151

up 32.1%

Income

$93,901 → $112,503

up 19.8%

Population

79,895 → 78,981

down 1.1%

Renter share

49.6% → 51.2%

+1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

45.5% → 47.4%

+1.9 pts

Median age

35.6 → 37.5

+1.9 yrs

The median rent in Tustin, CA stood at $2,386 in 2021 and currently runs about $3,151, reflecting a 32.1% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $112,503 today, compared with $93,901 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.1% since 2021, moving from about 79,895 residents to roughly 78,981. Renters now make up 51.2% of households, compared with 49.6% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Tustin on your salary?

At $3,151/mo, how Tustin rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 47.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 23.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 51% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 56.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 45.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Tustin rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tustin, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tustin is $3,151/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,075/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,160/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($112,503/yr), Tustin ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tustin an affordable city for renters?

Tustin is considered moderate for renters. At $3,151/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($112,503/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tustin slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Tustin?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $126,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,151/mo in Tustin. The local median household income is $112,503/yr, meaning the typical Tustin household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tustin?

Rent in Tustin has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Tustin neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tustin are 92780 ($2,636/mo), and 92782 ($3,384/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tustin is $3,151/mo.

How does Tustin rent compare to other cities in California?

Tustin is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #125 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,151/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tustin?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Tustin ($3,151/mo): Anaheim ($2,674/mo), Santa Ana ($2,785/mo), Costa Mesa ($3,113/mo).

What percentage of Tustin residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.2% of Tustin households are renters, while 48.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Tustin has a strong rental market.

How does Tustin rent compare to the national average?

Tustin's median rent of $3,151/mo is $1,186 (60%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #125 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $3,151/mo, rent takes ~34% of Tustin's median household income ($112,503/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tustin 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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