Average Rent in Chico, CA
What is the average rent in Chico, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Chico, CA is $1,263 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 8 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 4, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
4 apartment buildings, 8 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Chico, CAAvg Rent
$1,263/mo
median $1,295
market average
Cheapest
$1,010/mo
7th Street Manor Apartments
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
8
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Analysis
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Chico, CA Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Redwood Cove Apartments
621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA
7th Street Manor Apartments
1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Parkside Terrace
2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Chico Willow Creek
2603 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973, USA
Westpark Plaza Apartments
920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
Forest Park
455 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Redwood Cove Apartments 621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $695 as of Oct 31 | $1,045 | $1.16/ft² | 3.2 (18) | 2 |
| 2 | 7th Street Manor Apartments 1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $1,010 | $1,120 | $1.95/ft² | 4.8 (6) | 3 |
| 3 | Parkside Terrace 2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA | $1,092 | $1,250 | $1.09/ft² | 3.9 (19) | 2 |
| 4 | Chico Willow Creek 2603 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973, USA | $1,340 | $1,340 | -- | 3.6 (12) | 1 |
| 5 | Westpark Plaza Apartments 920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1.77/ft² | 4.7 (33) | 2 |
| 6 | Forest Park 455 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA | $1,479 as of Oct 6 | $1,479 | $1.79/ft² | 4.6 (9) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Redwood Cove Apartments
3.2 (18)621 Pomona Ave, Chico, CA 95928, USA
7th Street Manor Apartments
4.8 (6)1013 W 7th St, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Parkside Terrace
3.9 (19)2162 Hartford Dr, Chico, CA 95928, USA
Chico Willow Creek
3.6 (12)2603 El Paso Way, Chico, CA 95973, USA
Westpark Plaza Apartments
4.7 (33)920 W 4th Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
Forest Park
4.6 (9)455 Rio Lindo Ave, Chico, CA 95926, USA
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Chico, CA neighborhoods
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Chico, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Chico, CA is $1,263 per month, based on 8 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,010 at 7th Street Manor Apartments to $1,450 at Westpark Plaza Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,120/mo | $1,010/mo | 3 |
| 2 Bed | $1,333/mo | $1,092/mo | 4 |
| 4 Bed | $1,408/mo | $1,408/mo | 1 |
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Market Context
Who rents in Chico, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Chico, CA averages $1,120/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,333/mo. At the local median household income of $67,929, that works out to 22% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Chico, CA at $1,442/mo. The current tracked market average runs 12% below that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Chico, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chico, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$51,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,263/mo.
Comfortable income
$61,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,010/mo), you need to earn at least $40,000/year.
Median household income in Chico, CA is $67,929 , about 12% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Chico, CA
Overall prices in Chico, CA runs above the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 104.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Chico, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,263 |
| Utilities | $433 |
| Groceries | $567 |
| Transportation | $1,032 |
| Healthcare | $504 |
| Other goods and services | $806 |
| Estimated total | $4,605/mo |
Population
102,032
Median household income
$67,929
Census median rent
$1,442/mo
Census rent burden
36.8%
Median age
31.0
Mean commute
17 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Chico, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Chico, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,102 | +146% | -4.2% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,366 | +167% | -4.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,879 | +128% | +2% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,268 | +80% | -13.6% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,727 | +116% | -5.3% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,231 | +314% | +7.6% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Chico, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Chico, CA is $1,263 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 8 priced apartments in 4 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Chico, CA?
The median asking rent in Chico, CA is $1,295 per month, computed from 8 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,263/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Chico, CA?
The lowest available rent in Chico, CA starts at $1,010 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Chico, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA average $1,120/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,010/mo across 3 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Chico, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Chico, CA average $1,333/mo. Units start from $1,092/mo across 4 units currently listed.
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