Housing in Madera County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Madera County averages $1,390/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the California median of $2,036 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 35% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Madera County FMR Area are $1,140 for a studio, $1,148 for 1‑bedroom, $1,487 for 2‑bedroom, $2,068 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,458 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $97 increase for a 2-bedroom in Madera County shows a 7% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Madera County was 7.5% in 2024, compared to California at 5.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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