Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
11%
Fontana
Fontana, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,824
Population
210,278
Renter Mix
34% Rent
Growing city offers convenience to the Los Angeles metro area.
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Welcome to Fontana, a growing city in Southern California's Inland Empire set against the San Gabriel Mountains. From apartment communities to single-family homes, Fontana's housing landscape includes areas like Sierra Lakes and neighborhoods near downtown. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,615, while three-bedroom units command around $2,959, reflecting a steady annual growth between 0.9% and 2.3% across different unit sizes.
Fontana offers numerous recreational opportunities, including the 861-acre Martin Tudor Jurupa Hills Regional Park. The Lewis Library and Technology Center and Center Stage Theater contribute to the city's cultural scene. The Auto Club Speedway, currently undergoing renovation into a shorter track, attracts racing enthusiasts. Kaiser Permanente's medical campus serves the community's healthcare needs. Founded in 1913 by Azariel Blanchard Miller, Fontana maintains connections to its steel mill heritage while offering convenient access to greater Los Angeles via highways and the Metrolink station.
Explore the City
Here is a scenic fountain and walking path at the Aquatic Center in Fontana, CA.
Shopping district of Fontana, CA have various shops and places to visit close to the boardwalk.
Mary Vagle Park is located in Fontana, CA. with a small pond to observe.
Overview of Fontana, CA shows the beautiful neighborhoods and waterways.
Metro Link is simple and easy way around Fontana, CA.
Art Gallery in Fontana, CA. have delicately placed paintings for viewers to see.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$89,091
Average: $106,838
Education
34,332
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
103,930
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Fontana has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
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 Fontana, CA is $1,359 for a studio, $1,831 for one bedroom, $1,984 for two bedrooms, and $3,101 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fontana has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,831/month
692 Sq Ft
House
$3,328/month
1,777 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,059/month
1,493 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fontana, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
813 Students
Public
Grades K-5
546 Students
Public
Grades K-5
757 Students
Public
Grades K-5
612 Students
Public
Grades K-5
611 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,394 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,175 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
791 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
964 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
923 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,725 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,534 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,950 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,739 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,660 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Mary Vagle Nature Center
- Louis Robidoux Nature Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Ontario International
Top Apartments in Fontana
Houses for Rent in Fontana
Property Management Companies in Fontana, CA
Greystar
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3,494
Communities
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961,326
Units
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892
Cities
5 Communities in Fontana
Beacon Property Management
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15
Communities
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3,780
Units
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10
Cities
5 Communities in Fontana
Anza Management Company
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72
Communities
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11,362
Units
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33
Cities
4 Communities in Fontana
Lewis Group of Companies
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31
Communities
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13,002
Units
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15
Cities
4 Communities in Fontana
MGR Real Estate
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11
Communities
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1,026
Units
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7
Cities
3 Communities in Fontana
Satellite Management Company
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21
Communities
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3,248
Units
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17
Cities
2 Communities in Fontana
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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.