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Baldwin Park

Pop. 70,138·205th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,744/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.6%
vs US Median
+$782
Rising (Monthly)
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Baldwin Park · $2,744
More expensive than 85% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
41% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,744/mo, rent takes about 41% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$110,000/yr
Local median income
$80,663/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Baldwin Park's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,600
1 BR
$1,810
2 BR
$2,290
3 BR
$2,940
4 BR+
$3,240
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,290/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,744 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$32,928/yr
At $2,744/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Baldwin Park, CA is majority owner-occupied, 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
70,138
Median income
$80,663
Median age
38.2
Renters
42.3%
Age distribution
21.4%
24.4%
27.4%
15%
Under 1821.4%
18–3424.4%
35–5427.4%
55–6411.9%
65+15%
Gender
50.5%
49.5%
Male50.5%
Female49.5%
Race & ethnicity
72.9%
22.1%
White12.7%
Black0.8%
Hispanic72.9%
Asian22.1%
Education (25+)
31.7%
30.6%
22.6%
15.1%
No HS diploma31.7%
HS diploma30.6%
Some college22.6%
Bachelor's+15.1%
Housing tenure
57.7%
42.3%
Owner57.7%
Renter42.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Baldwin Park, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,554 → $80,663
up 11.2%
Population
72,813 → 70,138
down 3.7%
Renter share
40.7% → 42.3%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
13.2% → 15.1%
+1.9 pts
Median age
35.9 → 38.2
+2.3 yrs

Median household income climbed from $72,554 to $80,663 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.2% shift. Census counts show Baldwin Park, CA losing about 2,675 residents over the five-year window, down 3.7% on net. The renter share has risen from 40.7% to 42.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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By apartment size

Baldwin Park rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Baldwin Park. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Baldwin Park, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Baldwin Park is $2,744/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,600/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,290/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,940/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($80,663/yr), Baldwin Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Baldwin Park an affordable city for renters?

Baldwin Park is considered stretched for renters. At $2,744/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($80,663/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Baldwin Park significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Baldwin Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $110,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,744/mo in Baldwin Park. The local median household income is $80,663/yr, meaning the typical Baldwin Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Baldwin Park?

Rent in Baldwin Park has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of August 2026.

How does Baldwin Park rent compare to other cities in California?

Baldwin Park is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #205 out of 381 tracked cities at $2,744/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Baldwin Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Baldwin Park ($2,744/mo): El Monte ($2,316/mo), La Puente ($2,346/mo), West Covina ($2,625/mo).

What percentage of Baldwin Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.3% of Baldwin Park households are renters, while 57.7% are owner-occupied. Baldwin Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Baldwin Park rent compare to the national average?

Baldwin Park's median rent of $2,744/mo is $782 (40%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #205 out of 381 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $2,744/mo, rent takes ~41% of Baldwin Park's median household income ($80,663/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Baldwin Park 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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