Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Yolo County, California
Yolo County has a HUD fair market rent of $2,135 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,857 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $41.06 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $2,135
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 19% less than in California
- Typical rent
- $1,857
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 9% less than in California
- Wage needed
- $41.06
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $85,400 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 59%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 7% more than in California
Only here
Renting in Yolo County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Among the neighboring counties, Colusa County has the lowest typical rent ($1,157), 38% below the $1,857 in Yolo County.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Yolo County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Yolo County was $2,291 a month in September 2026: 2.9% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,659 | $31.90 | $66,360 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,670 | $32.12 | $66,800 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,135 | $41.06 | $85,400 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,956 | $56.85 | $118,240 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,095 | $59.52 | $123,800 |
HUD area: Yolo, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 24 ZIP codes in Yolo County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,900 in 95607 to $2,870 in 95612. 8 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($2,135).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 95605 | Yolo, CA | $1,490 | $1,500 | $1,920 | $2,660 | $2,870 |
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| 95606 | Yolo, CA | $1,660 | $1,670 | $2,140 | $2,960 | $3,100 |
| 95607 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95612 | Vallejo, CA | $2,230 | $2,240 | $2,870 | $3,970 | $4,160 |
| 95612 | Yolo, CA | $2,230 | $2,240 | $2,870 | $3,970 | $4,160 |
| 95616 | Vallejo, CA | $1,950 | $1,960 | $2,510 | $3,480 | $3,640 |
| 95616 | Yolo, CA | $1,950 | $1,960 | $2,510 | $3,480 | $3,640 |
| 95618 | Vallejo, CA | $2,060 | $2,070 | $2,650 | $3,670 | $3,840 |
| 95618 | Yolo, CA | $2,060 | $2,070 | $2,650 | $3,670 | $3,840 |
| 95627 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95637 | Yolo, CA | $1,660 | $1,670 | $2,140 | $2,960 | $3,100 |
| 95645 | Colusa County, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95645 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95645 | Yuba City, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95653 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95679 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95691 | Yolo, CA | $1,500 | $1,510 | $1,930 | $2,670 | $2,870 |
| 95694 | Vallejo, CA | $1,450 | $1,540 | $1,970 | $2,630 | $2,970 |
| 95694 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,540 | $1,970 | $2,630 | $2,970 |
| 95695 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95697 | Yolo, CA | $1,550 | $1,560 | $1,990 | $2,760 | $2,880 |
| 95698 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
| 95776 | Yolo, CA | $1,610 | $1,620 | $2,070 | $2,870 | $3,000 |
| 95937 | Yolo, CA | $1,450 | $1,460 | $1,900 | $2,630 | $2,870 |
- 95605 · Yolo, CA $1,920$2,660
- 95606 · Yolo, CA $2,140$2,960
- 95607 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95612 · Vallejo, CA $2,870$3,970
- 95612 · Yolo, CA $2,870$3,970
- 95616 · Vallejo, CA $2,510$3,480
- 95616 · Yolo, CA $2,510$3,480
- 95618 · Vallejo, CA $2,650$3,670
- 95618 · Yolo, CA $2,650$3,670
- 95627 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95637 · Yolo, CA $2,140$2,960
- 95645 · Colusa County, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95645 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95645 · Yuba City, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95653 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95679 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95691 · Yolo, CA $1,930$2,670
- 95694 · Vallejo, CA $1,970$2,630
- 95694 · Yolo, CA $1,970$2,630
- 95695 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95697 · Yolo, CA $1,990$2,760
- 95698 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
- 95776 · Yolo, CA $2,070$2,870
- 95937 · Yolo, CA $1,900$2,630
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Yolo County, 59% of renter households are in that position; in California, 55%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
59%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
35,056 households rent in Yolo County
- Spend half or more of their income 34%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 25%
- Spend less than 30% 41%
Compared with the state and the country
- Yolo 59%
- California 55%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Yolo County
HUD lists 66 properties with homes for low-income households in Yolo County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 50
- HUD-assisted
- 17
- public housing
- 3
4,911 homes in all; 4,464 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Harbor Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3429 Evergreen Cir, West Sacramento 95691 296 homes, 294 low-income · 1 bd: 128 · 2 bd: 168 · In service since 2008
- Woodmark Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 700 Kincheloe Ct, Woodland 95776 173 homes, 171 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 108 · 3 bd: 25 · In service since 2000
- Terracina at Springlake Family Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1620 Miekle Ave, Woodland 95776 156 homes, 155 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 50 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Donnelly Circle Public housing 5 Yolano Dr, Woodland 95776 152 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the County of Yolo · Average payment: $726 a month · Average wait: 96 months · (530) 662-5428
- El Rio Villa III Public housing 63 Myrtle Cir, Winters 95694 141 homes, 140 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the County of Yolo · Average payment: $758 a month · Average wait: 124 months · (530) 662-5428
- Las Casitas Public housing 664 Cummins Way, West Sacramento 95605 149 homes, 139 low-income · Run by Housing Authority of the County of Yolo · Average payment: $516 a month · Average wait: 179 months · (530) 662-5428
- Sycamore Pointe Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 521 Pioneer Ave, Woodland 95776 136 homes, 135 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Rivers Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 750 Dorothy Adamo Ln, West Sacramento 95605 120 homes, 119 low-income · 1 bd: 96 · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Savannah at Southport Tax credit (LIHTC) 3401 Savannah Ln, West Sacramento 95691 228 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 61 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Heritage Oaks Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 186 Muir St, Woodland 95695 120 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 79 · In service since 2005
- Bryte Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 815 Bryte Ave, West Sacramento 95605 108 homes, 100 low-income · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 39 · 3 bd: 48 · 4 bd: 7 · In service since 2002 · For families · (916) 373-9593
- The Greenery Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 505 W Cross St, Woodland 95695 95 low-income homes · 1 bd: 45 · 2 bd: 49 · In service since 2001 · For families · (530) 666-2404
- Mutual Housing at Tremont Green Tax credit (LIHTC) 2444 Moore Blvd, Davis 95618 95 homes, 93 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 27 · 3 bd: 41 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Summertree Apartments HUD-assisted 555 Community Ln, Woodland 95695 93 homes, 91 low-income · For older adults · (530) 666-0121
- Washington Courtyard Tax credit (LIHTC) 500 7th St, West Sacramento 95605 90 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 44 · 3 bd: 32 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1996 · For families
- West Beamer Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 10 N Cottonwood St, Woodland 95695 80 homes, 79 low-income · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 24 · In service since 2018 · For families
- West Gateway Place (fka: Delta Lane Apartments) Tax credit (LIHTC) 820 Delta Ln, West Sacramento 95691 77 homes, 76 low-income · 1 bd: 31 · 2 bd: 23 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 2016
- Hotel Woodland Tax credit (LIHTC) 426 Main St, Woodland 95695 76 homes, 75 low-income · Studio: 76 · In service since 1997
- West Capitol Courtyards II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2455 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento 95691 75 homes, 74 low-income · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2015 · For families
- West Capitol Courtyards II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2455 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento 95691 74 low-income homes · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Orchard Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 955 Railroad Ave, Winters 95694 74 homes, 73 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 32 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Margaret McDowell Manor HUD-assisted 1525 Merkley Ave, West Sacramento 95691 87 homes, 72 low-income · For older adults · (916) 371-7788
- Davisville Apartments HUD-assisted 1221 Kennedy Pl, Davis 95616 70 low-income homes · For older adults · (530) 758-0590
- The Rivermark Tax credit (LIHTC) 959 Bridge St, West Sacramento 95691 70 homes, 69 low-income · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 36 · 3 bd: 25 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Alhambra Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4500 Alhambra Dr, Davis 95618 160 homes, 68 low-income · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 69 · 3 bd: 48 · 4 bd: 16 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Mutual Housing at New Harmony Tax credit (LIHTC) 3030 Cowell Blvd, Davis 95618 69 homes, 68 low-income · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 33 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 2013 · For families
- Fair Plaza Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 35 W Clover St, Woodland 95695 68 homes, 67 low-income · 1 bd: 68 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Shasta Point Retirement Community HUD-assisted 1501 Shasta Dr, Davis 95616 68 homes, 67 low-income · For older adults · (530) 747-7095
- East Yolo Manor HUD-assisted 500 6th St, West Sacramento 95605 66 low-income homes · For families · (916) 371-1008
- Heather Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 2324 Shasta Dr, Davis 95616 62 low-income homes · In service since 1992 · For families
- Mutual Housing at Spring Lake Tax credit (LIHTC) 2170 Farmers Central Rd, Woodland 95776 62 homes, 61 low-income · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 22 · 4 bd: 8 · In service since 2015 · For families
- Parkside at City Center Tax credit (LIHTC) 2119 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento 95691 62 homes, 61 low-income · 2 bd: 35 · 3 bd: 27 · In service since 2010 · For families
- Suntree Apartments HUD-assisted 2033 F St, Davis 95616 95 homes, 60 low-income · For families · (530) 753-5115
- Windmere II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3030 5th St, Davis 95618 58 homes, 57 low-income · 2 bd: 58 · In service since 1999
- Eskaton Wilson Manor HUD-assisted 2138 Evergreen Ave, West Sacramento 95691 54 homes, 53 low-income · For older adults · (916) 371-2060
- Cesar Chavez Plaza Tax credit (LIHTC) 1220 Olive Dr, Davis 95616 53 homes, 52 low-income · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2007
- Westwood Vistas Tax credit (LIHTC) 719 F St, West Sacramento 95605 51 homes, 50 low-income · 4 bd: 51 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Eleanor Roosevelt Circle Tax credit (LIHTC) 675 Cantrill Dr, Davis 95618 60 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 49 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2007 · For older adults
- West Capitol Courtyards I Tax credit (LIHTC) 2455 W Capitol Ave, West Sacramento 95691 50 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 29 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Crosswood Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 646 3rd St, Woodland 95695 48 homes, 47 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 31 · In service since 2015
- Windmere Tax credit (LIHTC) 3100 5th St, Davis 95618 48 homes, 47 low-income · 2 bd: 35 · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Crosswood Apartments HUD-assisted 646 3rd St, Woodland 95695 48 homes, 44 low-income · For families · (530) 666-0501
- Owendale Mutual Housing Community Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3023 Albany Ave, Davis 95618 45 homes, 44 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2018
- Patios de Castillo Apts & River Rose Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 220 5th St, West Sacramento 95605 45 homes, 44 low-income · Studio: 25 · 1 bd: 19 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2009 · For families
- Cherry Glen Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 762 W Lincoln Ave, Woodland 95695 44 low-income homes · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2013 · For families · (530) 666-0152
- Rochdale Grange Community Tax credit (LIHTC) 2090 Heritage Pkwy, Woodland 95776 44 homes, 43 low-income · 1 bd: 14 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 19 · In service since 2011 · For families
- Winters Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 116 E Baker St, Winters 95694 44 homes, 43 low-income · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 2016
- Terracina at Wildhorse Tax credit (LIHTC) 1800 Moore Blvd, Davis 95618 70 homes, 41 low-income · 2 bd: 26 · 3 bd: 16 · In service since 2000 · For families
- Holly Courts Tax credit (LIHTC) 445 Maple St, West Sacramento 95691 40 low-income homes · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Mosaic Gardens at Holly Courts Tax credit (LIHTC) 420 Maple St, West Sacramento 95691 40 homes, 39 low-income · 2 bd: 20 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2014 · For families
- Mutual Housing at Spring Lake Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 2170 Farmers Central Rd, Woodland 95776 39 low-income homes · 1 bd: 9 · 2 bd: 20 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Pinecrest Apartments HUD-assisted 920 Cranbrook Ct, Davis 95616 40 homes, 38 low-income · For families · (530) 756-9550
- Almondwood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 801 Dutton St, Winters 95694 39 homes, 38 low-income · 2 bd: 33 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 2011
- Winters Senior Center Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 400 Morgan St, Winters 95694 38 homes, 37 low-income · 1 bd: 37 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- Northstar Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3333 F St, Davis 95616 36 low-income homes · 1 bd: 10 · 2 bd: 14 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1998 · For families
- Rosewood Park/Willow Glen Tax credit (LIHTC) 616 Ohlone St, Davis 95618 36 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 21 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1992 · For families
- Tuscany Villas Tax credit (LIHTC) 2526 E 8th St, Davis 95618 36 low-income homes · In service since 1993 · For families
- Fox Creek Tax credit (LIHTC) 1515 Valdora St, Davis 95618 36 homes, 34 low-income · In service since 1992 · For families
- Winters Apts Winters Village II Tax credit (LIHTC) 110 E Baker St, Winters 95694 34 homes, 33 low-income · 1 bd: 4 · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 12 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Olive Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 1414 Olive Dr, Davis 95616 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 1987 · For families
- Creekside Apartments HUD-assisted 2990 5th St, Davis 95618 67 homes, 22 low-income · (530) 750-7900
- Becerra Plaza HUD-assisted 326 Becerra Way, Davis 95618 21 homes, 20 low-income · For people with disabilities · (800) 466-7722
- New Dimensions HUD-assisted 582 Kentucky Ave, Woodland 95695 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (530) 662-6889
- Davis Summer House HUD-assisted 2525 E 8th St, Davis 95618 13 homes, 12 low-income · For people with disabilities · (530) 757-1294
- Citrus Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1624 Citrus St, West Sacramento 95605 6 low-income homes · In service since 1990 · For families
- Crosswood Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 646 3rd St, Woodland 95695 42 homes
4 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Yolo County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 1 agency serves in Yolo County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $27,250 | $45,400 | $72,600 |
| 2 people | $31,150 | $51,850 | $83,000 |
| 3 people | $35,050 | $58,350 | $93,350 |
| 4 people | $38,900 | $64,800 | $103,700 |
| 5 people | $42,050 | $70,000 | $112,000 |
| 6 people | $45,150 | $75,200 | $120,300 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $80,400 | $128,600 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $85,550 | $136,900 |
Area median income: $129,600. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Yolo, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $1,493 – $1,825
- 1 bedroom $1,503 – $1,837
- 2 bedrooms $1,922 – $2,349
- 3 bedrooms $2,660 – $3,252
- 4 bedrooms $2,786 – $3,405
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Housing Authority of the County of Yolo Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 1,943 vouchers · 431 public housing units (530) 662-5428 Housing Authority of the County of Yolo: ievans@ych.ca.gov
Housing agencies in California Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in California
What California law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 1 month of rent
- Cal. Civ. Code §1950.5(c)(1), (c)(4)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 21 days
- Cal. Civ. Code §1950.5
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 3 court days
- Cal. Code Civ. Proc. §1161(2)
- How much notice ends a month-to-month rental?
- 30 or 60 days, depending on the case
- Cal. Civ. Code §1946.1(b), (c)
- Only a court order can remove youCal. Civ. Code §789.3
- Protection from retaliationCal. Civ. Code §1942.5
- Protection related to immigration statusCal. Civ. Code §1940.3
Help
Where to get help with rent in Yolo County
These are the nearest HUD-approved agencies. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Greater Sacramento Urban League-Oak Park
2331 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento · 25 miles away · Spanish
- Budget and credit workshops
- Homelessness services
- and 4 more
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Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services Inc Aka Formally Known As Neighborworks Homeownership Center Sacramento Region
2411 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento · 25 miles away · Spanish
Also serves in other languages.
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 8 more
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The Greater Sacramento Urban League
3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento · 26 miles away · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and credit workshops
- and 5 more
Rental assistance programs
The ones that serve in Yolo County or the whole state, with what each page says about being open.
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): energy bill help
Run by California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD)
One-time payment from the federal LIHEAP program in California to help with your heating or cooling bill, or if your service is about to be shut off
Limited funds remain, per the source
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It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Yolo County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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Cash to move in
$4,270
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $2,135
- Security deposit
- $2,135
- Total
- $4,270
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Yolo County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,659; 1 bedroom: $1,670; 2 bedrooms: $2,135; 3 bedrooms: $2,956; 4 bedrooms: $3,095. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Yolo County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($2,135) without spending more than 30% of income takes $41.06 an hour full time, or $85,400 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Yolo County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $64,800 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Yolo County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,922 and $2,349 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Yolo County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,900 in 95607 to $2,870 in 95612. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Yolo County?
HUD lists 66 properties with homes for low-income households in Yolo County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Yolo County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Yolo County, 59% of renter households are in that position; in California, 55%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).