Average Rent in Tehama County, CA↑ Rents rising 8.5% YoY

Tehama County, CA has rental prices ranging from $926/month to $2,229/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,030/month — 26% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $61,834/year, spending $1,030/month on a 1-bedroom represents 20% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Tehama County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,351/month, Tehama County ranks #42 most expensive of the 51 cities tracked in California — pricier than 88% of all US cities in our data.

The Tehama County Rental Market

The Tehama County, CA area has a population of about 65,520 and 32% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Tehama County, CA have risen by $106/month (8.5%) over the past year, from $1,245 to $1,351. This rate of increase is significant and reflects strong rental demand and limited housing supply in the local market.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Tehama County, CA without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $41,200. The local median household income of $61,834 exceeds that threshold by $20,634, making Tehama County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Tehama County, CA has an unemployment rate of 6.3%, 2.4 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.

Is Tehama County, CA Affordable?

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