With a population of over 120,000 people, it is one of the largest cities in the High Desert.
Victorville is located in Victor Valley, California. One of the largest High Desert Cities.
Serene outdoor haven with camping, fishing, hiking, and nature center along the Mojave River.
Shaping the American West is the Route 66 entrance, museum and culture surrounding the road.
The Route 66 Museum, also known as the California Route 66 Museum, is a popular attraction.

Victorville, CA

Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,481

Population

139,821

Renter Mix

42% Rent

Enjoy the tranquility of the open desert in this California suburb

Suburb Shopping Scenic

Victorville, nestled in California's High Desert region, combines suburban living with desert landscapes. Located at the southwestern edge of the Mojave Desert, this community includes established neighborhoods in Old Town and residential areas around Spring Valley Lake. Compared to many California cities, Victorville offers more affordable housing options.

Located 81 miles northeast of Los Angeles, Victorville provides convenient access to metropolitan amenities while maintaining its desert community atmosphere. The historic Route 66 corridor in Old Town features the Route 66 Museum, celebrating the area's transportation heritage. The city benefits from educational opportunities at Victor Valley College and employment options at the Southern California Logistics Airport. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Mojave River corridor's walking trails and natural areas. The desert climate brings sunshine most of the year, though temperatures can vary significantly between seasons. Film buffs might appreciate knowing that screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz wrote early drafts of "Citizen Kane" at the historic Kemper Campbell Ranch, adding to Victorville's connection to Hollywood history.

Explore the City

Serene outdoor haven with camping, fishing, hiking, and nature center along the Mojave River.

Shaping the American West is the Route 66 entrance, museum and culture surrounding the road.

The Route 66 Museum, also known as the California Route 66 Museum, is a popular attraction.

Victorville serves as a major transportation hub, with Interstate 15 and State Route 18.

Enjoy a nice stroll on an expansive trail at Mojave Narrows Regional Park.

Your kids will never want to leave the playground at Hook Park.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$65,490

Average: $82,002

Education

15,501

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

57,767

Workers Employed

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

Median Age

32 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 17% of Residents

Under 20

32%

Over 65

12%

Housing Distribution

Victorville has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
8%
Other Education
92%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Victorville, CA is $545 for a studio, $1,477 for one bedroom, $1,611 for two bedrooms, and $1,889 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Victorville has increased by 4.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,477/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$2,392/month
1,709 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Victorville, CA

Getting Around

Not Walkable

Walkability

10 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Galileo Academy 101

Public

Grades K-5

693 Students

Discovery School Of The Arts

Public

Grades K-5

902 Students

Challenger School Of Sports And Fitness

Public

Grades K-5

843 Students

Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center

Public

Grades K-5

686 Students

Endeavour School Of Exploration

Public

Grades K-5

668 Students

University Preparatory

Public

Grades 6-12

1,136 Students

Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

1,058 Students

Melva Davis Academy Of Excellence

Public

Grades 6-8

833 Students

Excelsior Charter

Public

Grades 6-12

2,170 Students

Options For Youth-Victorville Charter School

Public

Grades 6-12

886 Students

University Preparatory

Public

Grades 6-12

1,136 Students

Cobalt Institute Of Math And Science Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

1,058 Students

Excelsior Charter

Public

Grades 6-12

2,170 Students

Options For Youth-Victorville Charter School

Public

Grades 6-12

886 Students

Victor Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,255 Students

Points of Interest

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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.