Banning

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Banning, CA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,195

Population

31,339

Renter Mix

32% Rent

Delight in mountain vistas and a close-knit community in southern California

Suburban Scenic Mountain Views Historic Accessible Active Convenient Diverse Close-Knit Quiet

Situated between the Inland Empire and the Coachella Valley in the San Gorgonio Pass, Banning is a small town with stunning vistas of the two tallest peaks in southern California—Mount San Jacinto and Mount San Gorgonio. The Gilman Ranch Museum displays Banning’s rich history, which contributes to its modern-day spirit of pioneer ingenuity.

A bevy of local events brings the community together in Banning, including the popular Stagecoach Days, Thunder and Lightning Pow Wow, Concerts in the Park, and more. Convenience to numerous parks, hot springs, and casinos ensures there is always something to do near Banning as well. Getting around from Banning is easy with access to I-10 and I-215 in addition to Routes 60 and 79.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$51,777

Average: $68,347

Education

4,970

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

11,162

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 13% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

27%

Housing Distribution

Banning has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Banning, CA is $757 for a studio, $1,195 for one bedroom, $1,520 for two bedrooms, and $1,843 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Banning has increased by 2.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,195/month
480 Sq Ft
House
$2,901/month
1,627 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Hemmerling Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

Hemmerling Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

Central Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

782 Students

Central Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

782 Students

Hoffer Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

367 Students

Nicolet Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

966 Students

Nicolet Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

966 Students

Beaumont Middle College High

Public

Grades 9-12

68 Students

Banning High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,145 Students

Banning High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,145 Students

New Horizon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

68 Students

Points of Interest

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.