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Huntington Park

Pop. 53,108·367th most expensive in California·Huntington Park rents have dropped 7.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,820/mo
Year-over-Year
-7.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.8%
vs US Median
-$145
Falling (Monthly)
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Huntington Park · $1,820
More affordable than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
36% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,820/mo, rent takes about 36% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$59,996/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Huntington Park's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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
$21,840/yr
At $1,820/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 7.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-7.8% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Huntington Park, CA is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
53,108
Median income
$59,996
Median age
34.6
Renters
75.8%
Age distribution
24.7%
26%
27.9%
Under 1824.7%
18–3426%
35–5427.9%
55–649.9%
65+11.5%
Gender
50.1%
49.9%
Male50.1%
Female49.9%
Race & ethnicity
96.7%
White10.5%
Black0.9%
Hispanic96.7%
Asian0.6%
Education (25+)
46.6%
25.8%
19.1%
No HS diploma46.6%
HS diploma25.8%
Some college19.1%
Bachelor's+8.5%
Housing tenure
24.2%
75.8%
Owner24.2%
Renter75.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Huntington Park, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$51,065 → $59,996
up 17.5%
Population
55,439 → 53,108
down 4.2%
Renter share
73.7% → 75.8%
+2.1 pts
Bachelor's+
7.9% → 8.5%
+0.6 pts
Median age
32.3 → 34.6
+2.3 yrs

Median household income climbed from $51,065 to $59,996 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.5% shift. Census counts show Huntington Park, CA losing about 2,331 residents over the five-year window, down 4.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 73.7% to 75.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Huntington Park rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Huntington Park, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huntington Park is $1,820/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 36% of local median household income ($59,996/yr), Huntington Park ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 7.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huntington Park an affordable city for renters?

Huntington Park is considered moderate for renters. At $1,820/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($59,996/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huntington Park slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Huntington Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,820/mo in Huntington Park. The local median household income is $59,996/yr, meaning the typical Huntington Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huntington Park?

Rent in Huntington Park has decreased 7.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Huntington Park rent compare to other cities in California?

Huntington Park is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #367 out of 387 tracked cities at $1,820/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Huntington Park?

Maywood is nearby and more affordable at $1,788/mo, which is $32 less than Huntington Park.

What percentage of Huntington Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 75.8% of Huntington Park households are renters, while 24.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Huntington Park has a strong rental market.

How does Huntington Park rent compare to the national average?

Huntington Park's median rent of $1,820/mo is $145 (7%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #367 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $1,820/mo, rent takes ~36% of Huntington Park's median household income ($59,996/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Huntington Park 36%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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