Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
13%
Temecula
Temecula, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,156
Population
113,061
Renter Mix
35% Rent
The biggest small town in southern California
Wine Country
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Temecula, set in Southern California's wine country, combines small-town atmosphere with modern living amenities. The historic Old Town district features preserved buildings, local shops, and restaurants, plus a weekly farmers' market every Saturday. Current rental rates range from $2,147 for one-bedroom units to $3,235 for three-bedroom homes, with prices showing slight decreases over the past year. The city features 41 parks and 22 miles of trails, while the acclaimed Temecula Valley Wine Country, home to nearly 50 wineries, lies just east of the city limits.
Residents enjoy both suburban comfort and outdoor recreation, including golf courses and the annual Balloon & Wine Festival at Lake Skinner. The Redhawk area offers planned community amenities, while Old Town provides a mix of historic and contemporary housing options. Students attend schools in the Temecula Valley Unified School District, and Mount San Jacinto College serves the area's higher education needs. The city's name derives from the Luiseño Indian word "Temeekunga," meaning "place of the sun," and the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians traditionally considers the Temecula Valley their sacred ancestral home.
Explore the City
Pechanga resort boasts a large golf course.
Temecula residents have convenient access to the I-15 and I-215 freeways.
This aerial view showcases Margarita Community Park Playground.
Experience golfing paradise at Redhawk Golf Course, Temecula.
Find plenty of great retail and restaurants in Old Town Temecula.
Experience the charm of Old Town Temecula.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$106,052
Average: $125,444
Education
33,842
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
54,635
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Temecula has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Temecula, CA is $2,246 for a studio, $2,132 for one bedroom, $2,417 for two bedrooms, and $3,124 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Temecula has decreased by -0.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,132/month
733 Sq Ft
House
$4,846/month
2,170 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,488/month
1,185 Sq Ft
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
496 Students
Public
Grades K-5
438 Students
Public
Grades K-5
753 Students
Public
Grades K-5
559 Students
Public
Grades K-5
547 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,012 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
932 Students
Public
Grades K-12
7,703 Students
Elite Academic Academy - Mountain Empire
Public
Grades K-12
979 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
765 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,136 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,946 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,739 Students
Public
Grades K-12
7,703 Students
Elite Academic Academy - Mountain Empire
Public
Grades K-12
979 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Temecula Chilren's Museum
- Rainbow County Park
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† 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.
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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.