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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wildomar, CA is $2,698. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wildomar cheaper than other California cities?

Wildomar falls in the middle range for California, ranking #218 out of 387 cities at $2,698/mo.

When was Wildomar rent data last updated?

Wildomar rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Wildomar

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Pop. 37,277·218th most expensive in California·Wildomar rents are up 8.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,698/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.0%

vs US Median

+$733

Falling (Monthly)

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Wildomar · $2,698

More expensive than 85% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

31% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,698/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$108,000/yr

Local median income

$103,506/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Wildomar's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,090

1 BR

$2,180

2 BR

$2,720

3 BR

$3,630

4 BR+

$4,420

Research median

$2,720/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

$32,376/yr

At $2,698/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wildomar, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,277

Median income

$103,506

Median age

37.7

Renters

21.7%

Age distribution

22.5%

23.7%

26.3%

12.8%

14.7%

Under 1822.5%

18–3423.7%

35–5426.3%

55–6412.8%

65+14.7%

Gender

51%

49%

Male51%

Female49%

Race & ethnicity

44.2%

41.4%

White44.2%

Black4.2%

Hispanic41.4%

Asian5.8%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

15.3%

31.1%

32.5%

21.1%

No HS diploma15.3%

HS diploma31.1%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+21.1%

Housing tenure

78.3%

21.7%

Owner78.3%

Renter21.7%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Wildomar, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,533 → $2,698

up 6.5%

Income

$81,622 → $103,506

up 26.8%

Population

36,511 → 37,277

up 2.1%

Renter share

25.3% → 21.7%

-3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

16.8% → 21.1%

+4.3 pts

Median age

35.9 → 37.7

+1.8 yrs

Rent in Wildomar, CA has increased 6.5% since 2022, going from about $2,533 per month to roughly $2,698 today. Household income in the area moved from $81,622 to $103,506 across the same window, up 26.8% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 20.3 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 36,511 to 37,277 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.1% change. About 21.7% of households rent today, against 25.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.8% to 21.1%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Wildomar, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wildomar on your salary?

At $2,698/mo, how Wildomar rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 29% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 43.7% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 48.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 39.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Wildomar rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Wildomar

About renting in Wildomar, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wildomar is $2,698/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,090/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,720/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,630/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($103,506/yr), Wildomar ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wildomar an affordable city for renters?

Wildomar is considered moderate for renters. At $2,698/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($103,506/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wildomar slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Wildomar?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,698/mo in Wildomar. The local median household income is $103,506/yr, meaning the typical Wildomar household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wildomar?

Rent in Wildomar has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Wildomar rent compare to other cities in California?

Wildomar is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #218 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,698/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wildomar?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wildomar ($2,698/mo): Lake Elsinore ($2,436/mo), Murrieta ($2,610/mo).

What percentage of Wildomar residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.7% of Wildomar households are renters, while 78.3% are owner-occupied. Wildomar leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wildomar rent compare to the national average?

Wildomar's median rent of $2,698/mo is $733 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #218 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $2,698/mo, rent takes ~31% of Wildomar's median household income ($103,506/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wildomar 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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