How much does it cost to rent in East Los Angeles, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Los Angeles, CA is $2,319. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Los Angeles cheaper than other California cities?

East Los Angeles is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #300 out of 387 cities at $2,319/mo.

When was East Los Angeles rent data last updated?

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

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East Los Angeles

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Pop. 111,647·300th most expensive in California·East Los Angeles rents are up 8.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,319/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.3%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$354

Stable (Monthly)

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East Los Angeles · $2,319

More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

53/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where East Los Angeles's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$2,319/mo

Expected by trend

$2,356/mo

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

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

Research median

$2,290/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

$27,828/yr

At $2,319/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Los Angeles, CA is majority renter-occupied, 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

111,647

Median income

$68,741

Median age

34.7

Renters

66.5%

Age distribution

24.1%

26.2%

27.2%

Under 1824.1%

18–3426.2%

35–5427.2%

55–6410.9%

65+11.7%

Gender

50.8%

49.2%

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

Race & ethnicity

95.5%

White11.1%

Black0.6%

Hispanic95.5%

Asian1.3%

Education (25+)

44.2%

24.7%

19.6%

No HS diploma44.2%

HS diploma24.7%

Some college19.6%

Bachelor's+11.4%

Housing tenure

33.5%

66.5%

Owner33.5%

Renter66.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How East Los Angeles, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,887 → $2,319

up 22.9%

Income

$54,629 → $68,741

up 25.8%

Population

118,964 → 111,647

down 6.2%

Renter share

65.7% → 66.5%

+0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

10.1% → 11.4%

+1.3 pts

Median age

32.7 → 34.7

+2.0 yrs

Five years ago, renters in East Los Angeles, CA paid around $1,887 a month. That figure now sits near $2,319, up 22.9% from the 2022 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $68,741 today, compared with $54,629 five years earlier. Census counts show East Los Angeles, CA losing about 7,317 residents over the five-year window, down 6.2% on net. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Los Angeles on your salary?

At $2,319/mo, how East Los Angeles rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 30.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 17.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

East Los Angeles rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in East Los Angeles. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in East Los Angeles, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Los Angeles is $2,319/mo as of July 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 40% of local median household income ($68,741/yr), East Los Angeles ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Los Angeles an affordable city for renters?

East Los Angeles is considered moderate for renters. At $2,319/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($68,741/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Los Angeles slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in East Los Angeles?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $93,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,319/mo in East Los Angeles. The local median household income is $68,741/yr, meaning the typical East Los Angeles household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Los Angeles?

Rent in East Los Angeles has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which East Los Angeles neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in East Los Angeles are 90022 ($2,253/mo), and 90063 ($2,552/mo). Citywide, the median rent in East Los Angeles is $2,319/mo.

How does East Los Angeles rent compare to other cities in California?

East Los Angeles is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #300 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,319/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Los Angeles?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Los Angeles ($2,319/mo): Maywood ($1,788/mo), Huntington Park ($1,820/mo), Montebello ($2,289/mo).

What percentage of East Los Angeles residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 66.5% of East Los Angeles households are renters, while 33.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, East Los Angeles has a strong rental market.

How does East Los Angeles rent compare to the national average?

East Los Angeles's median rent of $2,319/mo is $354 (18%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #300 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

40%

MODERATE

At $2,319/mo, rent takes ~40% of East Los Angeles's median household income ($68,741/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Los Angeles 40%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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