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Rental GuideMerced, CA

Merced rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 137 apartments for rent in Merced, with a median rent price of $1,760 per month. Merced has seen a 2%—or $41—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,760

Year Over Year Change

-2%

$41

Rentals available, last 30 days

137

Rent ranges for Merced apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
1%
$2,251 - $3,000
16%
$1,501 - $2,250
46%
$751 - $1,500
37%
$0 - $750
1%

How has rent in Merced, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Merced, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,760, which is a 2.29% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Merced, CA is about $1,150. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Merced, CA is $1,450, and studios are about $1,000 per month.

See more Merced, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Merced, CA?

19

schools

10,973

students

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Merced City School District Community Day

601 mercy ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B+

Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School

3200 parsons ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B

Luther Burbank Elementary School

609 e alexander ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B

Allan Peterson Elementary School

848 e donna dr

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B-

Ada Givens Elementary School

2900 green st

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
C+

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Who lives in Merced, CA?

Gender

50% Male
50% Female

Age Range

0-19

32%

20-34

26%

35-44

11%

45-64

19%

65+

10%

Language

English

52%

Spanish

37%

Indo Euro

2%

Asia Pac

7%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

27%

High School

46%

Bachelor's

20%

Master's

4%

Prof Degree

1%

Doctorate

1%

What is the household breakdown in Merced, CA?

Families

39% Families
61% Single

Property

57% Renters
43% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

26%

25-50k

23%

50-75k

19%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

12%

150k+

7%

How do residents get around Merced, CA?

Merced locals spend about 27 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Merced is through Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 79.74 miles away.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Merced are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Merced, CA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Merced, 57% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Merced

Pet friendly

78%Satisfaction rating

Quality schools

68%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

57%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Affordable housing
46%
Public transportation
46%
Dating scene
35%
Job market
32%
Weather
32%
Cost of living
32%
Nightlife
22%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

Explore rentals in Merced, CA

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Yardley Gardens - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Yardley Gardens

3388 G St, Merced, CA 95340

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Controlled access

2 beds

1 bath

$1,595–$1,650

Apartment for rent

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Bear Creek Park & Creekside Apartments

2813 Park Ave, Merced, CA 95348

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool

2 beds

1 bath

$1,450

Apartment for rent

Village Meadows - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.6

Very good

Village Meadows

1163 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348

On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$1,400–$1,615

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