Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
14%
Murrieta
Murrieta, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,217
Population
108,338
Renter Mix
32% Rent
See the future of Southern California in Riverside County
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Murrieta, located in southwestern Riverside County, combines suburban living with natural surroundings. The city maintains 52 parks and recreational areas, including community pools, disc golf courses, and equestrian facilities. One-bedroom apartments in Murrieta rent for $2,169 monthly, while two-bedroom units average $2,449. Established neighborhoods near downtown and along Interstate 15 offer diverse housing options from apartments to single-family rental homes.
The area's history stretches back to the Luiseño people, with the city later developing around its natural hot springs and the arrival of the Southern California Railroad in the 1800s. Today, residents have access to healthcare at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Rancho Springs Medical Center. The Mediterranean climate makes outdoor recreation possible throughout the year at locations like the Bear Creek Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course. The Santa Rosa Plateau offers hiking trails and natural areas for outdoor enthusiasts. The Murrieta Valley Unified School District serves the community, while Interstate 15 provides convenient access to surrounding areas.
Explore the City
California Oaks is a community park in Murrieta offering a safe place to hang out.
Enjoy an evening walk at Mountain Pride Park in California Oaks.
Play a round of golf at California Oaks Golf Club.
Find fun for all ages at Mulligan Family Fun Center in California Oaks, Murrieta.
Experience the joy of family fun at Mulligan Family Fun Center in California Oaks, Murrieta.
Experience the mesmerizing beauty of the waterfall in California Oaks, Murrieta
Demographics
Median Household Income
$103,414
Average: $124,396
Education
27,393
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
50,724
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Murrieta has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Murrieta, CA is $1,963 for a studio, $2,176 for one bedroom, $2,497 for two bedrooms, and $3,012 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Murrieta has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,176/month
748 Sq Ft
House
$3,308/month
2,069 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,843/month
1,188 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Murrieta, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
849 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,038 Students
Public
Grades K-5
839 Students
Public
Grades K-5
818 Students
Public
Grades K-5
799 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,451 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,249 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,282 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,565 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
755 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,328 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,104 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,066 Students
Public
Grades K-12
428 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
12 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Temecula Chilren's Museum
Military Bases
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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.