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Housing in Santa Clara County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Santa Clara County averages $2,857/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 28% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Santa Clara County FMR Area are $2,853 for a studio, $3,246 for 1‑bedroom, $3,791 for 2‑bedroom, $5,009 for 3‑bedroom, and $5,453 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $934 increase for a 2-bedroom in Santa Clara County shows a 33% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Santa Clara County was 4.1% in 2024, compared to California at 5.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.
