How much does it cost to rent in Burbank, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Burbank, CA is $2,765. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Burbank cheaper than other California cities?

Burbank falls in the middle range for California, ranking #200 out of 387 cities at $2,765/mo.

When was Burbank rent data last updated?

Burbank rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Burbank a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Burbank is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 4.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Burbank

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Pop. 5,333·200th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,765/mo

Year-over-Year

-4.9%

Month-over-Month

+0.8%

vs US Median

+$800

Rising (Monthly)

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Burbank · $2,765

More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

68/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Burbank's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,765/mo

Expected by trend

$3,031/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Burbank's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,096

1 BR

$2,350

2 BR

$2,962

3 BR

$3,764

4 BR+

$4,172

Research median

$2,962/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

$33,180/yr

At $2,765/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 4.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-4.9% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Burbank, CA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 38.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,333

Median income

$134,518

Median age

35.9

Renters

42.3%

Age distribution

28.3%

19.6%

28.4%

14.3%

Under 1828.3%

18–3419.6%

35–5428.4%

55–6414.3%

65+9.4%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

38.5%

40%

15.4%

White38.5%

Black2%

Hispanic40%

Asian15.4%

Other4%

Education (25+)

19%

24.5%

17.8%

38.6%

No HS diploma19%

HS diploma24.5%

Some college17.8%

Bachelor's+38.6%

Housing tenure

57.7%

42.3%

Owner57.7%

Renter42.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Burbank, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,246 → $2,765

up 23.1%

Income

$120,556 → $134,518

up 11.6%

Population

5,415 → 5,333

down 1.5%

Renter share

45.1% → 42.3%

-2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

46.3% → 38.6%

-7.7 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Burbank, CA has shifted from $2,246 to $2,765, up 23.1% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $120,556 to $134,518 across the same window, up 11.6% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Burbank, CA losing about 82 residents over the five-year window, down 1.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 45.1% to 42.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 46.3% to 38.6% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Burbank, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Burbank on your salary?

At $2,765/mo, how Burbank rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 41.9% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 15.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 49.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Burbank rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Burbank

About renting in Burbank, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Burbank is $2,765/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,096/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,962/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,764/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($134,518/yr), Burbank ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Burbank an affordable city for renters?

Burbank is considered affordable for renters. At $2,765/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($134,518/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Burbank falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Burbank?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $111,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,765/mo in Burbank. The local median household income is $134,518/yr, meaning the typical Burbank household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Burbank?

Rent in Burbank has decreased 4.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Burbank neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Burbank are 91506 ($2,497/mo), 91505 ($2,707/mo), and 91502 ($2,717/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Burbank is $2,765/mo.

How does Burbank rent compare to other cities in California?

Burbank is middle-of-the-pack for California for rent, ranking #200 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,765/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Burbank?

Glendale is nearby and more affordable at $2,732/mo, which is $33 less than Burbank.

What percentage of Burbank residents rent vs. own?

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

How does Burbank rent compare to the national average?

Burbank's median rent of $2,765/mo is $800 (41%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #200 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,765/mo, rent takes ~25% of Burbank's median household income ($134,518/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Burbank 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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Nearby cities

Glendale

$2,732/mo

-$33

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