Downtown Ontario features a contemporary and stylish clock tower.
The Ontario Arts District is home to a variety of cultural attractions.
Experience serene lakeside living in the homes of Ontario Ranch.
Art in the park.
Downtown Ontario leans into its heritage with art deco and Craftsman styling.

Ontario, CA

Area Guide

Avg Rent

$2,065

Population

179,298

Renter Mix

45% Rent

A thriving Inland Empire commercial center with easy access to LA

Shopping Airport Parks

Located in Southern California's Inland Empire, Ontario combines residential comfort with city conveniences. The rental market currently shows moderate growth, with average rents ranging from $1,645 for studios to $2,903 for three-bedroom homes, reflecting a year-over-year increase between 0.2% and 6.4%. The New Haven neighborhood offers newer residential developments, while established communities near downtown provide a mix of housing options. The area around Ontario Mills features apartment communities with quick access to shopping and entertainment.

Ontario's strategic location and amenities make it an appealing choice for renters. Ontario International Airport serves as a major employment center, while Ontario Mills mall provides extensive shopping options. The Toyota Arena hosts year-round entertainment events, from concerts to sporting competitions. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby San Gabriel Mountains trails, and the city maintains several public parks, including Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park. The historic Chaffey High School campus stands as a testament to Ontario's educational heritage, dating back to the city's establishment in 1882. Today, Ontario serves as an important economic center in the Inland Empire, building upon its agricultural roots while embracing modern development.

Explore the City

Art in the park.

View of Conservation Park.

Homes in Ontario are nestled amongst the foothills of the surrounding mountain ranges.

Along with ample green space, some parks in Ontario feature excellent waterscapes.

Downtown Ontario leans into its heritage with art deco and Craftsman styling.

You're never far from a mountain, the beach, or the desert from your home in Ontario.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$81,866

Average: $97,695

Education

32,560

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

90,611

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

35 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

27%

Over 65

12%

Housing Distribution

Ontario has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
45%
Non-Renters
55%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Ontario, CA is $1,584 for a studio, $2,065 for one bedroom, $2,482 for two bedrooms, and $2,845 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ontario has increased by 2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,065/month
679 Sq Ft
House
$3,281/month
1,615 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,927/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,911/month
1,251 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Ontario, CA

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Edison Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

Liberty Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

578 Students

Liberty Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

578 Students

Central Language Academy

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

Edison Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

Edison Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

Edison Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

Central Language Academy

Public

Grades K-8

736 Students

De Anza Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

510 Students

De Anza Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

510 Students

Chaffey District Online High

Public

Grades 9-12

93 Students

Colony High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,109 Students

Colony High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,109 Students

Ontario High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,994 Students

Ontario High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,994 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Chino Creek Wetlands and Educational Park
  • Pitzer College Arboretum
  • Millikan Planetarium
  • Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
  • Hidden Valley Nature Center

Airports

  • Ontario International
  • John Wayne/Orange County

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Property Management Companies in Ontario, CA

Living in Ontario

Highlights

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Ontario's sister city is Brockville, Ontario, a riverside city in Canada's Thousand Islands region.

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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.