How much does it cost to rent in Yucca Valley, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Yucca Valley, CA is $1,919. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Yucca Valley cheaper than other California cities?

Yucca Valley is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #355 out of 387 cities at $1,919/mo.

When was Yucca Valley rent data last updated?

Yucca Valley 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

Yucca Valley

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Pop. 21,770·355th most expensive in California·Yucca Valley rents are up 12.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,919/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.4%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

-$46

Falling (Monthly)

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Yucca Valley · $1,919

More expensive than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

45/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Yucca Valley's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,919/mo

Expected by trend

$1,876/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,370

1 BR

$1,450

2 BR

$1,810

3 BR

$2,440

4 BR+

$2,980

Research median

$1,810/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

$23,028/yr

At $1,919/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.4% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Yucca Valley, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,770

Median income

$59,563

Median age

39.1

Renters

36.8%

Age distribution

24.9%

19%

21%

14.1%

20.9%

Under 1824.9%

18–3419%

35–5421%

55–6414.1%

65+20.9%

Gender

48.1%

51.9%

Male48.1%

Female51.9%

Race & ethnicity

67.2%

20.7%

White67.2%

Black0.7%

Hispanic20.7%

Asian1.9%

Other9.5%

Education (25+)

30.1%

38.9%

22.1%

No HS diploma8.9%

HS diploma30.1%

Some college38.9%

Bachelor's+22.1%

Housing tenure

63.2%

36.8%

Owner63.2%

Renter36.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Yucca Valley, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,512 → $1,919

up 26.9%

Income

$51,978 → $59,563

up 14.6%

Population

21,663 → 21,770

up 0.5%

Renter share

33% → 36.8%

+3.8 pts

Bachelor's+

18% → 22.1%

+4.1 pts

Median age

40.1 → 39.1

-1.0 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Yucca Valley, CA paid around $1,512 a month. That figure now sits near $1,919, up 26.9% from the 2022 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $59,563 today, compared with $51,978 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has risen from 33% to 36.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 18% to 22.1% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Yucca Valley on your salary?

At $1,919/mo, how Yucca Valley rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 11.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 27.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Yucca Valley rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Yucca Valley, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Yucca Valley is $1,919/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,370/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,450/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,440/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($59,563/yr), Yucca Valley ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Yucca Valley an affordable city for renters?

Yucca Valley is considered moderate for renters. At $1,919/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($59,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Yucca Valley slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Yucca Valley?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,919/mo in Yucca Valley. The local median household income is $59,563/yr, meaning the typical Yucca Valley household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Yucca Valley?

Rent in Yucca Valley has increased 12.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Yucca Valley rent compare to other cities in California?

Yucca Valley is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #355 out of 387 tracked cities at $1,919/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Yucca Valley?

Big Bear City is nearby and more affordable at $1,878/mo, which is $41 less than Yucca Valley.

What percentage of Yucca Valley residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.8% of Yucca Valley households are renters, while 63.2% are owner-occupied. Yucca Valley leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Yucca Valley rent compare to the national average?

Yucca Valley's median rent of $1,919/mo is $46 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #355 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

39%

MODERATE

At $1,919/mo, rent takes ~39% of Yucca Valley's median household income ($59,563/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Yucca Valley 39%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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