Rental market snapshot for El Cajon, California

El Cajon, California Rental Property Market Overview

The average rent for an apartment in El Cajon is $2,304. The cost of rent varies depending on several factors, including location, size, and quality.

The average rent has increased by 2.1% over the past year.

El Cajon is a city in San Diego County, California, United States. The city, which is surrounded by mountains, is about 16 miles (26 kilometers) east of downtown San Diego. The population of El Cajon was 105,432 in 2021, according to the US Census.

Last Updated December 23, 2022

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Average monthly rent graph in El Cajon California | Cost of Living

  • The most expensive ZIP Code in El Cajon is 92021 with an average price of $2,840
  • The cheapest ZIP Code in El Cajon is 92021 with an average price of $1,825

El Cajon ZIP Codes with the highest, most expensive rent

#zip codeaverage rent
192021$2,840
292019$2,595
392020$2,095

Live near El Cajon, California's Top Sights and Attractions

John F Kennedy Park is a beautiful park located in the heart of El Cajon. The park features a variety of amenities including a playground, picnic areas, a walking trail, and a pond. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, geese, and turtles.

Wells Park is a beautiful park located in El Cajon, California. The park features a variety of amenities including a playground, picnic tables, a walking trail, and a pond.

Tuttle Park is a beautiful park located in El Cajon, California. The park has a playground, a picnic area, and a walking trail. The park is also home to a variety of birds and other wildlife.

Old Mission Dam Trail is a scenic trail located in El Cajon, California. The trail offers stunning views of the dam and the surrounding area. Visitors can also enjoy picnicking and hiking along the trail.

Rattlesnake Mountain is a hiking trail located in El Cajon, California. The trail is approximately 3 miles long and offers views of the city and surrounding area.

El Cajon is home to one of the largest collections of antique cars in the world. The collection includes over 400 cars from the early 1900s to the present day.

Van Zanten Park is a beautiful park located in El Cajon, California. The park features a variety of amenities including a playground, picnic tables, a walking trail, and a pond.

El Cajon Zoo is a 12-acre zoo located in El Cajon, California. The zoo is home to over 100 animals, including lions, tigers, giraffes, and elephants. The zoo also has a variety of educational programs and events for visitors of all ages.

El Cajon, California area median rent change by ZIP Code map

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How does El Cajon compare to other cities in California ?

citymedian price
Solana Beach$4,975
San Bruno$3,458
Burbank$3,295
Tujunga$3,125
Fresno$1,950
Winnetka$3,267
Carmichael$1,808
Covina$2,815
Pacific Grove$2,025

Average household income in El Cajon area graph - US Census

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The median household income in El Cajon in 2021 was $56,367. This represents a 19.2% change from 2011 when the median was $47,303.

#categorypercent
0Less than $10,0006.2%
1$10,000 to $14,9995.9%
2$15,000 to $19,9995.9%
3$20,000 to $24,9994.0%
4$25,000 to $29,9994.9%
5$30,000 to $34,9993.8%
6$35,000 to $39,9994.8%
7$40,000 to $44,9994.9%
8$45,000 to $49,9994.1%
9$50,000 to $59,9998.0%
10$60,000 to $74,9999.7%
11$75,000 to $99,99912.5%
12$100,000 to $124,9998.3%
13$125,000 to $149,9995.7%
14$150,000 to $199,9996.1%
15$200,000 or more5.2%

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