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What Is the Average Rent in Alameda County, California?

$2,357/month 1.7%vs 2023 ($2,318)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Alameda County, California is $2,357/month (±$16), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $1,090,100 (±$6,313), and the median household income is $129,367/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Alameda County, California and Neighbouring Counties

Stanislaus: $1,623San Joaquin: $1,734Contra Costa: $2,375Santa Clara: $2,857Alameda County: $2,357$1,623$1,734$2,375$2,857$2,357

Housing Metrics for Alameda County, California

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$2,357
Median Home Value$1,090,100
Median Household Income$129,367
Total Housing Units598,246
Renter-Occupied Units272,737
Renter-Occupied Share46%
Households Paying 50%+ Income68,381 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,746+0.0%
1 BR$2,046+0.0%
2 BR$2,552+0.0%
3 BR$3,051+0.0%
4 BR$3,501+0.0%
5+ BR$3,410+0.0%

How does Alameda County, California compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in California.

Higher rent than 89% of counties in California · 7th of 56

Cheapest: Imperial County($1,056)
Priciest: San Mateo County($2,922)
#CountyValue
1San Mateo County$2,922
2Santa Clara County$2,857
3Marin County$2,668
… 3 more …
7Alameda County(you are here)$2,357
… 46 more …
54Imperial County$1,056
55Lassen County$1,000
56Modoc County$836

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Alameda County, California?

The median gross rent in Alameda County, California is $2,357/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Alameda County, California?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Alameda County, California is $2,552/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$28. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in Alameda County, California?

The median home value in Alameda County, California is $1,090,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in Alameda County are rent-burdened?

In Alameda County, California, 68,381 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in Alameda County, California?

The median household income in Alameda County, California is $129,367/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $2,357 has a margin of error of ±$16. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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