As of December 2024 the median rental rate in El Cajon is $2,459 which is $348 (12%) less than the median of $2,807 for San Diego County, $160 (7%) more than the median of $2,299 for California and $862 (54%) more than the median of $1,597 for the United States.
| Median | 1 Bed | 2 Beds | 3 Beds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Cajon | $2,459 | $1,897 | $2,351 | $3,130 |
| San Diego County | $2,807 | $2,076 | $2,688 | $3,656 |
| California | $2,299 | $1,724 | $2,238 | $2,934 |
| United States | $1,597 | $1,236 | $1,565 | $1,989 |
