Average Rent in Yuba City, CA
What is the average rent in Yuba City, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Yuba City, CA is $1,158 per month, as of November 4, 2026. This sample includes 15 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 15 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Yuba City, CAAvg Rent
$1,158/mo
median $1,050
market average
Cheapest
$1,050/mo
Garden West One Apartments
Properties
1
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Units
15
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Analysis
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Yuba City, CA Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garden West One Apartments 1575 Heather Dr, Yuba City, CA 95993, USA | $1,050 | $1,158 | $1.86/ft² | 3.5 (26) | 15 |
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Yuba City, CA neighborhoods
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Yuba City, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Yuba City, CA is $1,158 per month, based on 15 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,050 at Garden West One Apartments to $1,350 at Garden West One Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,063/mo | $1,050/mo | 10 |
| 2 Bed | $1,350/mo | $1,350/mo | 5 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Yuba City, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Yuba City, CA averages $1,063/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,350/mo. At the local median household income of $72,322, that works out to 19% 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 Yuba City, CA at $1,391/mo. The current tracked market average runs 17% 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 Yuba City, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Yuba City, 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
$46,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,158/mo.
Comfortable income
$56,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,050/mo), you need to earn at least $42,000/year.
Median household income in Yuba City, CA is $72,322 , about 30% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Yuba City, CA
Overall prices in Yuba City, CA runs above the national average by about 4% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 103.8, 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 Yuba City, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,158 |
| Utilities | $408 |
| Groceries | $567 |
| Transportation | $972 |
| Healthcare | $474 |
| Other goods and services | $759 |
| Estimated total | $4,338/mo |
Population
69,545
Median household income
$72,322
Census median rent
$1,391/mo
Census rent burden
32.3%
Median age
36.1
Mean commute
27 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 Yuba City, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Yuba City, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,104 | +168% | -5% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,370 | +191% | -5.5% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,881 | +149% | +1.8% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,261 | +95% | -8.8% | 33 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,730 | +136% | -5.6% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,205 | +349% | +7.5% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Yuba City, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Yuba City, CA is $1,158 per month, as of November 4, 2026. This sample includes 15 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Yuba City, CA?
The median asking rent in Yuba City, CA is $1,050 per month, computed from 15 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,158/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Yuba City, CA?
The lowest available rent in Yuba City, CA starts at $1,050 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Yuba City, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Yuba City, CA average $1,063/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,050/mo across 10 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Yuba City, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Yuba City, CA average $1,350/mo. Units start from $1,350/mo across 5 units currently listed.
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