City Report · CA

Beverly Hills

Pop. 31,624·31st most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$4,314/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.3%
Month-over-Month
+1.7%
vs US Median
+$2,349
Rising (Monthly)
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Beverly Hills · $4,314
More expensive than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
48/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Beverly Hills's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$4,314/mo
Expected by trend
$4,267/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,663
1 BR
$2,987
2 BR
$3,767
3 BR
$4,787
4 BR+
$5,307
Research median
$3,767/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$51,768/yr
At $4,314/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.3% YoY, +1.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Beverly Hills, CA is majority renter-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 69.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,624
Median income
$132,977
Median age
47.9
Renters
59%
Age distribution
16.3%
18.9%
24.9%
14.5%
25.4%
Under 1816.3%
18–3418.9%
35–5424.9%
55–6414.5%
65+25.4%
Gender
45.7%
54.3%
Male45.7%
Female54.3%
Race & ethnicity
71.1%
13.6%
White71.1%
Black2.2%
Hispanic7.8%
Asian13.6%
Other5.3%
Education (25+)
17.2%
69.9%
No HS diploma2.6%
HS diploma10.3%
Some college17.2%
Bachelor's+69.9%
Housing tenure
41%
59%
Owner41%
Renter59%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Beverly Hills, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$3,361 → $4,314
up 28.4%
Income
$103,944 → $132,977
up 27.9%
Population
32,903 → 31,624
down 3.9%
Renter share
58.3% → 59%
+0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
64.2% → 69.9%
+5.7 pts
Median age
46.5 → 47.9
+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Beverly Hills, CA has shifted from $3,361 to $4,314, up 28.4% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in Beverly Hills, CA now reports about $132,977, up from $103,944 in 2021. Census counts show Beverly Hills, CA losing about 1,279 residents over the five-year window, down 3.9% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 64.2% to 69.9% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Beverly Hills, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Beverly Hills rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Beverly Hills, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Beverly Hills is $4,314/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,663/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,767/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,987/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,787/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($132,977/yr), Beverly Hills ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Beverly Hills an affordable city for renters?

Beverly Hills is considered moderate for renters. At $4,314/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($132,977/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Beverly Hills slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Beverly Hills?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $173,000/year (~$83/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,314/mo in Beverly Hills. The local median household income is $132,977/yr, meaning the typical Beverly Hills household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Beverly Hills?

Rent in Beverly Hills has decreased 3.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Beverly Hills neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Beverly Hills are 90212 ($3,643/mo), 90211 ($3,752/mo), and 90210 ($12,117/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Beverly Hills is $4,314/mo.

How does Beverly Hills rent compare to other cities in California?

Beverly Hills is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #31 out of 387 tracked cities at $4,314/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Beverly Hills?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Beverly Hills ($4,314/mo): View Park-Windsor Hills ($2,493/mo), West Hollywood ($3,185/mo), Culver City ($3,478/mo).

What percentage of Beverly Hills residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 59% of Beverly Hills households are renters, while 41% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Beverly Hills has a strong rental market.

How does Beverly Hills rent compare to the national average?

Beverly Hills's median rent of $4,314/mo is $2,349 (120%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #31 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $4,314/mo, rent takes ~39% of Beverly Hills's median household income ($132,977/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Beverly Hills 39%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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