Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
13%
Palmdale
Palmdale, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,446
Population
162,821
Renter Mix
35% Rent
A scenic oasis just minutes from natural beauty and sprawling LA
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Located in the heart of the Antelope Valley, Palmdale combines aerospace innovation with comfortable suburban living. As the "Aerospace Capital of America," the city offers housing options from apartment communities to single-family homes, with one-bedroom rental rates averaging $1,408. The Rancho Vista neighborhood stands out for its proximity to the Antelope Valley Mall and local recreation areas. Residents enjoy the distinctive desert landscape, with Joshua trees dotting the terrain and the San Gabriel Mountains creating a dramatic backdrop for outdoor activities at spots like the Joshua Ranch Trail and Barrel Springs Equestrian Center.
Aviation enthusiasts can explore the Joe Davies Heritage Airpark, which displays aircraft constructed at the adjacent Plant 42 facility. Community events take center stage at the 10,000-seat Palmdale Amphitheater during the Starlight Concert Series, while families cool off at Dry Town Water Park during summer months. The Palmdale Transportation Center connects residents throughout the region, and major employers include the Palmdale Regional Medical Center and retailers at the Antelope Valley Mall. The rental market remains stable, with rates showing a 0.6% increase for one-bedroom units and a 4.8% rise for three-bedroom homes.
Explore the City
A walking trail nestled between homes.
An example of a house with a big yard.
Foothill Park playground
A field of Joshua Trees
Auto center sculpture
You can Enjoy a Concert at the Local Amphitheater
Demographics
Median Household Income
$72,227
Average: $89,035
Education
22,635
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
71,460
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Palmdale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
10%
Other Education
90%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Palmdale, CA is $1,490 for a studio, $1,449 for one bedroom, $1,667 for two bedrooms, and $2,084 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Palmdale has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,449/month
639 Sq Ft
House
$3,147/month
1,910 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Palmdale, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
627 Students
Public
Grades K-5
893 Students
Public
Grades K-8
800 Students
Public
Grades K-5
652 Students
Public
Grades K-8
517 Students
Public
Grades K-8
800 Students
Public
Grades K-8
517 Students
Public
Grades K-8
614 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,100 Students
Space Aeronautics Gateway To Exploration Academy
Public
Grades 6-8
747 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,706 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,349 Students
Public
Grades K-12
2,259 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,208 Students
Antelope Valley Learning Academy
Public
Grades K-12
1,059 Students
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Points of Interest
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Property Management Companies in Palmdale, CA
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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.