Pomona

A perk for Downtown Pomona residents and visitors is easy access to the Pomona Train Station.
Ganesha High School in Pomona.
Catch a train to just about anywhere from the Lincoln Park area in Pomona, Ca.
Discover the timeless charm of a craftsman bungalow home nestled in Ganesha.
The front entrance and drop off area for Pantera Elementary in Diamond Bar

Pomona, CA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,715

Population

143,955

Renter Mix

48% Rent

Great views and historic charm meet in this Los Angeles suburb

Historic Mountains University Artistic Public Transit

Located in the Pomona Valley, Pomona offers renters a welcoming community with a rich history and convenient amenities. California State Polytechnic University and Western University of Health Sciences anchor the educational landscape, while downtown features the restored Fox Theater and a growing Arts District. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Ganesha Park, and the Fairplex hosts the Los Angeles County Fair along with year-round events. Rental options are available in established neighborhoods like Phillips Ranch and the Lincoln Park Historic District.

Situated 30 miles east of Los Angeles, Pomona combines suburban living with easy access to metropolitan areas. The rental market includes a range of housing choices near both university campuses and throughout residential neighborhoods. Tree-lined streets and preserved architecture reflect the city's heritage as a citrus-growing center.

Explore the City

Catch a train to just about anywhere from the Lincoln Park area in Pomona, Ca.

Discover the timeless charm of a craftsman bungalow home nestled in Ganesha.

The front entrance and drop off area for Pantera Elementary in Diamond Bar

Frank G Bonelli Regional Park is the go-to for the Pomona natives that enjoy a nice long walk.

Residents of Downtown Pomona have quick and easy access to the shops and restaurants.

If you browse through the streets of Downtown Pomona you'll come across a few Tudor style homes.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$71,401

Average: $87,700

Education

24,035

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

68,865

Workers Employed

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

Median Age

35 Years

Largest Age Group

20-29 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

26%

Over 65

14%

Housing Distribution

Pomona has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Pomona, CA is $1,524 for a studio, $1,710 for one bedroom, $2,160 for two bedrooms, and $2,562 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Pomona has decreased by -5.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,710/month
629 Sq Ft
House
$3,056/month
1,109 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,948/month
1,173 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,090/month
1,279 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Pomona, CA

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Limited Public Transit

Transit

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Lexington Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

537 Students

Ranch Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

449 Students

Allison Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

427 Students

Philadelphia Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

535 Students

Westmont Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

327 Students

Lexington Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

537 Students

Marshall Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

249 Students

Vejar Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

741 Students

Cortez Elementary

Public

Grades K-8

607 Students

Fremont Academy Of Engineering And Design

Public

Grades 6-12

597 Students

International Polytechnic High

Public

Grades 9-12

458 Students

Diamond Ranch High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,542 Students

Garey High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,567 Students

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park
  • Millikan Planetarium
  • Alf Museum of Paleontology
  • Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
  • Pitzer College Arboretum

Airports

  • Ontario International
  • John Wayne/Orange County

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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.