How much does it cost to rent in West Covina, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in West Covina, CA is $2,683. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is West Covina cheaper than other California cities?

West Covina falls in the middle range for California, ranking #223 out of 387 cities at $2,683/mo.

When was West Covina rent data last updated?

West Covina 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

West Covina

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Pop. 107,037·223rd most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,683/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$718

Rising (Monthly)

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West Covina · $2,683

More expensive than 84% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

60/100

Good value

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Rents are 5% below what West Covina's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,683/mo

Expected by trend

$2,830/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,013

1 BR

$2,260

2 BR

$2,853

3 BR

$3,627

4 BR+

$4,020

Research median

$2,853/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

$32,196/yr

At $2,683/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.6% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

West Covina, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

107,037

Median income

$101,065

Median age

40.5

Renters

39.7%

Age distribution

20.2%

22.8%

25.8%

13.4%

17.9%

Under 1820.2%

18–3422.8%

35–5425.8%

55–6413.4%

65+17.9%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

16.1%

53.2%

31.3%

White16.1%

Black4%

Hispanic53.2%

Asian31.3%

Education (25+)

14.8%

25%

30.1%

No HS diploma14.8%

HS diploma25%

Some college30.1%

Bachelor's+30.1%

Housing tenure

60.3%

39.7%

Owner60.3%

Renter39.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Covina, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,034 → $2,683

up 31.9%

Income

$89,834 → $101,065

up 12.5%

Population

109,396 → 107,037

down 2.2%

Renter share

37% → 39.7%

+2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

30.4% → 30.1%

-0.3 pts

Median age

39.5 → 40.5

+1.0 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in West Covina, CA has shifted from $2,034 to $2,683, up 31.9% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $101,065 today, compared with $89,834 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show West Covina, CA losing about 2,359 residents over the five-year window, down 2.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 37% to 39.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. 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 West Covina on your salary?

At $2,683/mo, how West Covina rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 40.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 43.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 48.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 39% income

stretched

By apartment size

West Covina rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in West Covina, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Covina is $2,683/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,013/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,853/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,260/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,627/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($101,065/yr), West Covina ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Covina an affordable city for renters?

West Covina is considered moderate for renters. At $2,683/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($101,065/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Covina slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in West Covina?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $107,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,683/mo in West Covina. The local median household income is $101,065/yr, meaning the typical West Covina household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Covina?

Rent in West Covina has increased 3.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which West Covina neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in West Covina are 91792 ($2,513/mo), 91790 ($2,743/mo), and 91791 ($2,789/mo). Citywide, the median rent in West Covina is $2,683/mo.

How does West Covina rent compare to other cities in California?

West Covina is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #223 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,683/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Covina?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Covina ($2,683/mo): Covina ($2,372/mo), La Puente ($2,383/mo), Baldwin Park ($2,598/mo).

What percentage of West Covina residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.7% of West Covina households are renters, while 60.3% are owner-occupied. West Covina leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Covina rent compare to the national average?

West Covina's median rent of $2,683/mo is $718 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #223 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,683/mo, rent takes ~32% of West Covina's median household income ($101,065/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Covina 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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