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Rental Market Trends in Westminster, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Westminster, CA is $2,184/month.
Rent in Westminster is 31% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,184/month
Average Rent
682 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.5%
Change / Year
430
Available Apartments
Westminster rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Westminster average $1,794 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Westminster average $2,184 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Westminster average $2,608 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Westminster average $2,998 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Westminster, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $33 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Westminster, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
12%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
21%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
67%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Westminster, CA?
Because the average rent in Westminster is $2,184, you’ll want to make about $7,280 per month or $87,360 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Westminster, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Westminster, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Westminster?
The average rent in Westminster is $2,184 per month, which is 31.3% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Westminster?
The average rent for a house in Westminster, CA is $4,214 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Westminster?
The average rent for a townhome in Westminster, CA is $2,826 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Westminster?
Rents in Westminster, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.5% year-over-year and $33 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Westminster?
In Westminster, CA, 67% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.