Housing in Sacramento 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 Sacramento County averages $1,790/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 34% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Sacramento County FMR Area are $1,891 for a studio, $1,983 for 1‑bedroom, $2,440 for 2‑bedroom, $3,248 for 3‑bedroom, and $3,744 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $650 increase for a 2-bedroom in Sacramento County shows a 36% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Sacramento County was 4.7% in 2024, compared to California at 5.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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