Average Rent in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA
The Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom in Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA is $3,124 per month, based on HUD data. With a median household income of $95,977, a household would spend 39.1% of income on housing at Fair Market Rent. Rent has increased 4.3% year over year. The national median 2BR FMR is $1,250/mo for comparison.
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom
| Size | Monthly FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio | $2,459 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,746 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,124 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,075 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,647 |
Affordability
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $95,977 |
| Rent Burden (2BR FMR / Income) | 39.1% |
| Income Needed for 2BR (30% rule) | $124,960/yr |