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What Is the Average Rent in San Benito County, California?

$1,992/month 3.6%vs 2023 ($1,922)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in San Benito County, California is $1,992/month (±$113), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $793,400 (±$17,094), and the median household income is $114,394/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in San Benito County, California and Neighbouring Counties

San Benito County: $1,992Fresno: $1,392Monterey: $2,055Merced: $1,343Santa Clara: $2,857Santa Cruz: $2,264$1,992$1,392$2,055$1,343$2,857$2,264

Housing Metrics for San Benito County, California

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,992
Median Home Value$793,400
Median Household Income$114,394
Total Housing Units20,561
Renter-Occupied Units6,591
Renter-Occupied Share32%
Households Paying 50%+ Income1,435 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,130+0.0%
1 BR$1,047+0.0%
2 BR$1,850+0.0%
3 BR$2,574+0.0%
4 BR$2,922+0.0%
5+ BR$2,775+0.0%

How does San Benito County, California compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in California.

Higher rent than 71% of counties in California · 17th 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
… 13 more …
17San Benito County(you are here)$1,992
… 36 more …
54Imperial County$1,056
55Lassen County$1,000
56Modoc County$836

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in San Benito County, California?

The median gross rent in San Benito County, California is $1,992/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 San Benito County, California?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in San Benito County, California is $1,850/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$95. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in San Benito County, California?

The median home value in San Benito County, California is $793,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in San Benito County are rent-burdened?

In San Benito County, California, 1,435 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 San Benito County, California?

The median household income in San Benito County, California is $114,394/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 $1,992 has a margin of error of ±$113. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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