Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Suisun City
Suisun City, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,964
Population
28,271
Renter Mix
32% Rent
Bay Area city with plenty to offer.
Waterfront
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Artistic
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Great Downtown
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Mass Transit
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Military
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Positioned almost exactly between San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City sits alongside the sprawling Suisun Marsh, giving it an open, unhurried feel that's rare this close to two major metros. The historic Waterfront District anchors daily life with local shops and dining, while the self-guided Suisun Valley Harvest Trails offer a rewarding way to explore nearby farms and wineries. Outdoor enthusiasts gravitate toward the marsh, where hiking and wildlife watching are practically in the backyard. For commuters, Capitol Corridor train service and easy I-80 access make reaching the Bay Area or Sacramento straightforward without putting miles on a car.
The rental market here leans toward apartment communities with spacious floor plans, along with townhome-style rentals that give residents extra room to spread out. Options tend to be more accessible than comparable Bay Area cities, making Suisun City a practical landing spot for those wanting proximity to major employment corridors. The city's name comes from the Wintun word meaning "where the west wind blows," a nod to its Indigenous roots.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$89,945
Average: $103,124
Education
5,087
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,112
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Suisun City has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Suisun City, CA is $1,964 for one bedroom, $2,264 for two bedrooms, and $2,660 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Suisun City has decreased by -1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,964/month
661 Sq Ft
House
$2,840/month
1,800 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Suisun City, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
528 Students
Public
Grades K-5
512 Students
Public
Grades K-8
426 Students
Public
Grades K-8
426 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
774 Students
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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.