Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
5-14 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
21%
Ukiah, CA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,307
Population
17,114
Renter Mix
57% Rent
Gorgeous scenery surrounds this picturesque NorCal community
Rural
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Small Town
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Affordable
Tucked into the heart of Mendocino County, Ukiah sits in a sun-drenched valley where vineyards stretch toward rolling hills and the Russian River winds through the edges of town. As the county seat, it carries a working energy that sets it apart from the quieter communities nearby. State and county government offices, Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, and Mendocino College give the city a steady economic backbone, drawing residents who want access to services and employment without the pace of a larger metro.
Neighborhoods range from tree-lined streets near the historic downtown core to newer developments on the city's eastern and northern edges. Whether you prefer a walkable spot close to courthouse square or a quieter setting with views of the surrounding hills, the range of options covers a lot of ground.
The rental landscape includes single-story apartment communities, modest townhomes, and smaller multi-unit buildings that reflect the city's unpretentious character. Ukiah hosts the Redwood Empire Fair each summer, a tradition dating back generations that brings the whole region together on the local fairgrounds. Mendocino College, a two-year institution serving the broader county, keeps an engaged, curious energy alive in the city throughout the academic year.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,316
Average: $82,172
Education
3,738
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
8,157
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Ukiah has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
16%
Other Education
84%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Ukiah, CA is $1,260 for a studio, $1,307 for one bedroom, $1,561 for two bedrooms, and $1,605 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ukiah has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,307/month
666 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ukiah, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-8
245 Students
Public
Grades K-8
93 Students
Public
Grades K-5
342 Students
Public
Grades K-8
245 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
122 Students
Public
Grades K-8
93 Students
Accelerated Achievement Academy
Public
Grades K-12
144 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
826 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
122 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,767 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,767 Students
Accelerated Achievement Academy
Public
Grades K-12
144 Students
South Valley High (Continuation) School
Public
Grades 9-12
120 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.