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Westminster

Pop. 89,860·209th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,724/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.5%
Month-over-Month
+3.6%
vs US Median
+$762
Rising (Monthly)
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Westminster · $2,724
More expensive than 85% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
49/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Westminster's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,724/mo
Expected by trend
$2,717/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Westminster's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,980
1 BR
$2,110
2 BR
$2,510
3 BR
$3,400
4 BR+
$4,030
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,510/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,724 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$32,688/yr
At $2,724/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.5% YoY, +3.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westminster, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
89,860
Median income
$85,541
Median age
43.2
Renters
46.6%
Age distribution
20.5%
20.6%
24.9%
14.8%
19.3%
Under 1820.5%
18–3420.6%
35–5424.9%
55–6414.8%
65+19.3%
Gender
50.3%
49.7%
Male50.3%
Female49.7%
Race & ethnicity
20.8%
24.8%
52.8%
White20.8%
Black0.8%
Hispanic24.8%
Asian52.8%
Other0.8%
Education (25+)
22.7%
25.3%
26.1%
25.9%
No HS diploma22.7%
HS diploma25.3%
Some college26.1%
Bachelor's+25.9%
Housing tenure
53.4%
46.6%
Owner53.4%
Renter46.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Westminster, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,213 → $2,724
up 23.1%
Income
$71,108 → $85,541
up 20.3%
Population
91,267 → 89,860
down 1.5%
Renter share
47.8% → 46.6%
-1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
26.7% → 25.9%
-0.8 pts
Median age
40.8 → 43.2
+2.4 yrs

Rent in Westminster, CA has increased 23.1% since 2022, going from about $2,213 per month to roughly $2,724 today. Household income in the area moved from $71,108 to $85,541 across the same window, up 20.3% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 91,267 to 89,860 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.5% change. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Westminster, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

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At $2,724/mo, how Westminster rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Westminster rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Westminster, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Westminster is $2,724/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,510/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,110/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,400/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($85,541/yr), Westminster ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westminster an affordable city for renters?

Westminster is considered moderate for renters. At $2,724/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($85,541/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westminster slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Westminster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $109,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,724/mo in Westminster. The local median household income is $85,541/yr, meaning the typical Westminster household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westminster?

Rent in Westminster has increased 4.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Westminster rent compare to other cities in California?

Westminster is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #209 out of 381 tracked cities at $2,724/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westminster?

Stanton is nearby and more affordable at $2,635/mo, which is $89 less than Westminster.

What percentage of Westminster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.6% of Westminster households are renters, while 53.4% are owner-occupied. Westminster leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westminster rent compare to the national average?

Westminster's median rent of $2,724/mo is $762 (39%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #209 out of 381 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,724/mo, rent takes ~38% of Westminster's median household income ($85,541/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westminster 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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