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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Victorville, CA is $2,227. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Victorville cheaper than other California cities?

Victorville is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #314 out of 387 cities at $2,227/mo.

When was Victorville rent data last updated?

Victorville 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

Victorville

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Pop. 137,627·314th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Victorville, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,227/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.8%

Month-over-Month

+1.2%

vs US Median

+$262

Rising (Monthly)

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Victorville · $2,227

More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Victorville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,227/mo

Expected by trend

$2,550/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,650

1 BR

$1,720

2 BR

$2,143

3 BR

$2,860

4 BR+

$3,483

Research median

$2,143/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

$26,724/yr

At $2,227/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.8% YoY, +1.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Victorville, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

137,627

Median income

$74,410

Median age

32.3

Renters

39.4%

Age distribution

29.6%

24.3%

26.1%

Under 1829.6%

18–3424.3%

35–5426.1%

55–649.6%

65+10.4%

Gender

50.9%

49.1%

Male50.9%

Female49.1%

Race & ethnicity

28.8%

15.5%

58.7%

White28.8%

Black15.5%

Hispanic58.7%

Asian4.1%

Education (25+)

20.9%

31.7%

34.7%

12.8%

No HS diploma20.9%

HS diploma31.7%

Some college34.7%

Bachelor's+12.8%

Housing tenure

60.6%

39.4%

Owner60.6%

Renter39.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Victorville, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,638 → $2,227

up 36.0%

Income

$61,206 → $74,410

up 21.6%

Population

132,924 → 137,627

up 3.5%

Renter share

42.1% → 39.4%

-2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

11.7% → 12.8%

+1.1 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Victorville, CA has shifted from $1,638 to $2,227, up 36.0% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $61,206 in 2021 to $74,410 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Victorville, CA adding about 4,703 residents over the five-year window, up 3.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 42.1% to 39.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Victorville, CA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Victorville on your salary?

At $2,227/mo, how Victorville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 29.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 12.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 32.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Victorville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Victorville, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Victorville is $2,227/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,650/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,143/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,720/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,860/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($74,410/yr), Victorville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Victorville an affordable city for renters?

Victorville is considered moderate for renters. At $2,227/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($74,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Victorville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Victorville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,227/mo in Victorville. The local median household income is $74,410/yr, meaning the typical Victorville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Victorville?

Rent in Victorville has increased 1.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Victorville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Victorville are 92395 ($2,036/mo), 92392 ($2,236/mo), and 92394 ($2,403/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Victorville is $2,227/mo.

How does Victorville rent compare to other cities in California?

Victorville is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #314 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,227/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Victorville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Victorville ($2,227/mo): Apple Valley ($1,868/mo), Adelanto ($2,105/mo), Crestline ($2,219/mo).

What percentage of Victorville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.4% of Victorville households are renters, while 60.6% are owner-occupied. Victorville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Victorville rent compare to the national average?

Victorville's median rent of $2,227/mo is $262 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #314 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $2,227/mo, rent takes ~36% of Victorville's median household income ($74,410/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Victorville 36%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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