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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Vacaville, CA is $2,562. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Vacaville cheaper than other California cities?

Vacaville falls in the middle range for California, ranking #253 out of 387 cities at $2,562/mo.

When was Vacaville rent data last updated?

Vacaville 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

Vacaville

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Pop. 102,596·253rd most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,562/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.9%

Month-over-Month

+3.3%

vs US Median

+$597

Rising (Monthly)

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Vacaville · $2,562

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Vacaville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,562/mo

Expected by trend

$2,827/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,785

1 BR

$1,960

2 BR

$2,505

3 BR

$3,350

4 BR+

$3,795

Research median

$2,505/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

$30,744/yr

At $2,562/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +3.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Vacaville, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 28% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

102,596

Median income

$111,126

Median age

38.2

Renters

32.5%

Age distribution

21.9%

23.4%

26%

12.9%

15.7%

Under 1821.9%

18–3423.4%

35–5426%

55–6412.9%

65+15.7%

Gender

51.8%

48.2%

Male51.8%

Female48.2%

Race & ethnicity

53.1%

27.9%

White53.1%

Black8.6%

Hispanic27.9%

Asian11.4%

Education (25+)

24.6%

38.4%

28%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma24.6%

Some college38.4%

Bachelor's+28%

Housing tenure

67.5%

32.5%

Owner67.5%

Renter32.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Vacaville, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,170 → $2,562

up 18.1%

Income

$97,683 → $111,126

up 13.8%

Population

102,256 → 102,596

up 0.3%

Renter share

35% → 32.5%

-2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

25% → 28%

+3.0 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Vacaville, CA has shifted from $2,170 to $2,562, up 18.1% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $97,683 to $111,126 across the same window, up 13.8% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 35% to 32.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 25% to 28% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Vacaville, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Vacaville on your salary?

At $2,562/mo, how Vacaville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Vacaville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Vacaville

About renting in Vacaville, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Vacaville is $2,562/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,785/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,505/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,350/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($111,126/yr), Vacaville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacaville an affordable city for renters?

Vacaville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,562/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($111,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Vacaville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Vacaville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,562/mo in Vacaville. The local median household income is $111,126/yr, meaning the typical Vacaville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Vacaville?

Rent in Vacaville has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Vacaville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Vacaville are 95687 ($2,539/mo), and 95688 ($2,593/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Vacaville is $2,562/mo.

How does Vacaville rent compare to other cities in California?

Vacaville is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #253 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,562/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Vacaville?

Fairfield is nearby and more affordable at $2,446/mo, which is $116 less than Vacaville.

What percentage of Vacaville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.5% of Vacaville households are renters, while 67.5% are owner-occupied. Vacaville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Vacaville rent compare to the national average?

Vacaville's median rent of $2,562/mo is $597 (30%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #253 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

28%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,562/mo, rent takes ~28% of Vacaville's median household income ($111,126/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Vacaville 28%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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