Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
11%
Moreno Valley
Moreno Valley, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,869
Population
206,530
Renter Mix
39% Rent
A rapidly-growing business hub in the rugged SoCal foothills
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Located in California's Inland Empire, Moreno Valley combines comfortable suburban living with the natural beauty of Box Springs Mountain. From contemporary apartments to single-family homes, the rental market offers options for every lifestyle. One-bedroom units average $1,835, while two-bedroom homes typically rent for $2,171. Notable areas include Sunnymead Ranch, known for its lake and trail system, and the eastern district of Rancho Belago. The city's proximity to March Air Reserve Base and employers like Amazon and Kaiser Permanente provides convenient access to job opportunities.
Box Springs Mountain and Lake Perris State Recreation Area offer outdoor recreation possibilities, from hiking to water sports. Moreno Valley College provides educational opportunities as part of the Riverside Community College District. The Moreno Valley Mall serves as a central shopping destination, surrounded by retail centers throughout the city. The illuminated "M" on Box Springs Mountain stands as a recognizable landmark, visible across the valley and lit for community celebrations. Home to more than 208,000 residents, Moreno Valley continues to grow while maintaining its community atmosphere.
Explore the City
Educational opportunities abound at Canyon Springs High School in Moreno Valley.
Home with drought-resistant landscaping located in Moreno Valley.
Teens have a dedicated place to skate at Moreno Valley Community Park.
Parents can relax under the shady trees next to the playground at Moreno Valley Community Park.
Moreno Valley offers residents easy freeway access.
Travel to Moreno Valley easily by Metrolink and enjoy a comfortable journey.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,101
Average: $93,197
Education
30,654
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
95,199
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Moreno Valley has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
11%
Other Education
89%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Moreno Valley, CA is $1,414 for a studio, $1,862 for one bedroom, $2,218 for two bedrooms, and $2,683 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Moreno Valley has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,862/month
721 Sq Ft
House
$3,539/month
1,838 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Moreno Valley, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
721 Students
Public
Grades K-5
700 Students
Public
Grades K-5
575 Students
Public
Grades K-8
963 Students
Public
Grades K-5
812 Students
Public
Grades K-8
963 Students
Public
Grades K-12
151 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
999 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
849 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
686 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,699 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,101 Students
Public
Grades K-12
151 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,251 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,103 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lake Perris State Recreation Area
- UCR Botanic Gardens
Airports
- Ontario International
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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.