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What Is the Average Rent in Butte County, California?

$1,414/month 3.3%vs 2023 ($1,369)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Butte County, California is $1,414/month (±$26), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $424,700 (±$6,679), and the median household income is $67,928/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Butte County, California and Neighbouring Counties

Tehama: $1,184Colusa: $1,157Butte County: $1,414Yuba: $1,311Sutter: $1,439Plumas: $1,194Glenn: $1,120$1,184$1,157$1,414$1,311$1,439$1,194$1,120

Housing Metrics for Butte County, California

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,414
Median Home Value$424,700
Median Household Income$67,928
Total Housing Units83,312
Renter-Occupied Units35,595
Renter-Occupied Share43%
Households Paying 50%+ Income11,664 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,031+0.0%
1 BR$1,112+0.0%
2 BR$1,417+0.0%
3 BR$1,795+0.0%
4 BR$2,102+0.0%
5+ BR$2,063+0.0%

How does Butte County, California compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in California.

Higher rent than 45% of counties in California · 32th 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
… 28 more …
32Butte County(you are here)$1,414
… 21 more …
54Imperial County$1,056
55Lassen County$1,000
56Modoc County$836

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Butte County, California?

The median gross rent in Butte County, California is $1,414/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 Butte County, California?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Butte County, California is $1,417/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$32. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Butte County, California is $424,700 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Butte County, California, 11,664 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 Butte County, California?

The median household income in Butte County, California is $67,928/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 $1,414 has a margin of error of ±$26. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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