4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Compton, CA
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Compton, California as of August 2026. That's +38% higher than the citywide median of $2,344 and +28% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Compton
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Compton
Compare Compton's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ridgecrest | $1,879 |
| 2 | Taft | $1,930 |
| 3 | Lakeport | $1,980 |
| 4 | Barstow | $1,991 |
| 5 | California City | $2,070 |
| 6 | Florin | $2,076 |
| 7 | Clearlake | $2,100 |
| 8 | Maywood | $2,169 |
| 9 | Porterville | $2,210 |
| 10 | Oroville | $2,215 |
| 11 | El Centro | $2,220 |
| 12 | Paradise | $2,230 |
| 13 | Red Bluff | $2,230 |
| 14 | La Riviera | $2,250 |
| 15 | Eureka | $2,280 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in California
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coronado | $6,970 |
| 2 | Solana Beach | $6,500 |
| 3 | Santa Cruz | $6,455 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $6,370 |
| 5 | Scotts Valley | $6,270 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $6,270 |
| 7 | Aptos | $6,270 |
| 8 | Newport Beach | $6,188 |
| 9 | Foster City | $6,050 |
| 10 | Irvine | $5,986 |
| 11 | Carlsbad | $5,908 |
| 12 | Los Altos | $5,850 |
| 13 | Encinitas | $5,820 |
| 14 | Laguna Beach | $5,770 |
| 15 | Chula Vista | $5,738 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Compton.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Compton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynwood, CA | 2.6 mi | $3,240 | — |
| Paramount, CA | 2.9 mi | $3,240 | — |
| South Gate, CA | 4.1 mi | $3,240 | — |
| Bellflower, CA | 5.4 mi | $3,350 | +$110 (+3%) |
| Cudahy, CA | 5.5 mi | $2,362 | $-878 (-27%) |
| Florence-Graham, CA | 6.1 mi | $2,296 | $-944 (-29%) |
| Huntington Park, CA | 6.5 mi | $3,240 | — |
| Long Beach, CA | 6.7 mi | $3,733 | +$493 (+15%) |
| Gardena, CA | 7 mi | $3,245 | +$5 (0%) |
| Lakewood, CA | 7 mi | $4,603 | +$1,363 (+42%) |
| Maywood, CA | 7.2 mi | $2,169 | $-1,071 (-33%) |
| Westmont, CA | 7.7 mi | $2,560 | $-680 (-21%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Compton — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Compton?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Compton, California is $3,240 per month. This is +38% higher than the citywide median of $2,344.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Compton?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $129,600 ($10,800/month gross), which works out to roughly $62.31/hour at a full-time job.
Is Compton expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Compton's 4+ bedroom median of $3,240 is +28% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Compton rank for 4+ bedroom rent in California?
Among the 379 cities in California with 4+ bedroom data, Compton ranks #69 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Compton?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Cudahy ($2,362), Florence-Graham ($2,296), Maywood ($2,169).