Average Rent in Glenn County, CA🔻 7th cheapest in CA

Glenn County, CA has rental prices ranging from $948/month to $2,251/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,040/month — 26% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,487/year, spending $1,040/month on a 1-bedroom represents 18% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Glenn County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,361/month, Glenn County ranks #46 most expensive of the 52 cities tracked in California — pricier than 84% of all US cities in our data.

The Glenn County Rental Market

The Glenn County, CA area has a population of about 28,623 and 37% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Glenn County, CA have fallen by $1/month (0.1%) over the past year, from $1,362 to $1,361. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Glenn County, CA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $41,600. The local median household income of $70,487 exceeds that threshold by $28,887, making Glenn County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Glenn County, CA has an unemployment rate of 7.3%, 3.4 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

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