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Bellflower

Pop. 76,819·265th most expensive in California·Bellflower rents are up 6.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,472/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.2%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
+$507
Stable (Monthly)
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Bellflower · $2,472
More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
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Rents are 7% below what Bellflower's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,472/mo
Expected by trend
$2,664/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,680
1 BR
$1,890
2 BR
$2,380
3 BR
$3,020
4 BR+
$3,350
Research median
$2,380/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,664/yr
At $2,472/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 6.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.2% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellflower, CA is majority renter-occupied, 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
76,819
Median income
$78,722
Median age
36
Renters
60.7%
Age distribution
23.1%
25.1%
27.1%
12.1%
12.5%
Under 1823.1%
18–3425.1%
35–5427.1%
55–6412.1%
65+12.5%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
20.6%
60.4%
White20.6%
Black10.9%
Hispanic60.4%
Asian11.7%
Education (25+)
20%
27.6%
30.8%
21.6%
No HS diploma20%
HS diploma27.6%
Some college30.8%
Bachelor's+21.6%
Housing tenure
39.3%
60.7%
Owner39.3%
Renter60.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Bellflower, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,772 → $2,472
up 39.5%
Income
$70,236 → $78,722
up 12.1%
Population
79,070 → 76,819
down 2.8%
Renter share
62% → 60.7%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
18.7% → 21.6%
+2.9 pts
Median age
34.7 → 36
+1.3 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Bellflower, CA has climbed from $1,772 to $2,472, a 39.5% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Bellflower, CA now reports about $78,722, up from $70,236 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 2.8% since 2021, moving from about 79,070 residents to roughly 76,819. College-educated residents now make up 21.6% of adults here, versus 18.7% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Bellflower, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Bellflower, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellflower is $2,472/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,680/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,890/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,020/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($78,722/yr), Bellflower ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellflower an affordable city for renters?

Bellflower is considered moderate for renters. At $2,472/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($78,722/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellflower slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellflower?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,472/mo in Bellflower. The local median household income is $78,722/yr, meaning the typical Bellflower household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellflower?

Rent in Bellflower has increased 6.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bellflower rent compare to other cities in California?

Bellflower is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #265 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,472/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bellflower?

Downey is nearby and more affordable at $2,312/mo, which is $160 less than Bellflower.

What percentage of Bellflower residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60.7% of Bellflower households are renters, while 39.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Bellflower has a strong rental market.

How does Bellflower rent compare to the national average?

Bellflower's median rent of $2,472/mo is $507 (26%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #265 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,472/mo, rent takes ~38% of Bellflower's median household income ($78,722/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bellflower 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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