Average Rent in Mono County, CA↑ Rents rising 3.0% YoY
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 13,169
Market Overview
Mono County, CA has rental prices ranging from $1,036/month to $2,476/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,348/month — 4% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $86,953/year, spending $1,348/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Mono County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,493/month, Mono County ranks #28 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in California — pricier than 92% of all US cities in our data.
The Mono County Rental Market
The Mono County, CA area has a population of about 13,169 and 31% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Mono County, CA have risen by $43/month (3.0%) over the past year, from $1,450 to $1,493. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Mono County, CA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $53,920. The local median household income of $86,953 exceeds that threshold by $33,033, making Mono County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Mono County, CA has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, 0.1 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.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Mono County, CA Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in CAlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $1,856 | $2,081 | $2,625 | $3,335 | — |
| Santa Ana | $2,352 | $2,454 | $2,903 | $3,927 | — |
| Oakland | $1,937 | $2,201 | $2,682 | $3,432 | — |
| San Francisco | $2,275 | $2,780 | $3,318 | $4,138 | — |
| Riverside | $1,776 | $1,852 | $2,306 | $3,079 | — |
| San Diego | $2,145 | $2,328 | $2,881 | $3,852 | — |
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