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Lomita

Pop. 20,225·128th most expensive in California·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,118/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.9%
Month-over-Month
-2.1%
vs US Median
+$1,153
Falling (Monthly)
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Lomita · $3,118
More expensive than 92% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Lomita's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$3,118/mo
Expected by trend
$3,199/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,780
1 BR
$2,000
2 BR
$2,520
3 BR
$3,200
4 BR+
$3,550
Research median
$2,520/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
$37,416/yr
At $3,118/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (up only 0.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.9% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lomita, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 36% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,225
Median income
$93,810
Median age
39.5
Renters
54.1%
Age distribution
20.7%
22.1%
25.2%
13.8%
18.1%
Under 1820.7%
18–3422.1%
35–5425.2%
55–6413.8%
65+18.1%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
42.4%
34.4%
17.6%
White42.4%
Black4.4%
Hispanic34.4%
Asian17.6%
Other1.2%
Education (25+)
13.8%
19.4%
30.8%
36%
No HS diploma13.8%
HS diploma19.4%
Some college30.8%
Bachelor's+36%
Housing tenure
45.9%
54.1%
Owner45.9%
Renter54.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Lomita, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,724 → $3,118
up 14.5%
Income
$85,852 → $93,810
up 9.3%
Population
20,884 → 20,225
down 3.2%
Renter share
56.1% → 54.1%
-2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
39% → 36%
-3.0 pts

Five years ago, renters in Lomita, CA paid around $2,724 a month. That figure now sits near $3,118, up 14.5% from the 2022 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $85,852 to $93,810 across the same window, up 9.3% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Lomita, CA losing about 659 residents over the five-year window, down 3.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 56.1% to 54.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 39% to 36% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Lomita, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Lomita rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Lomita, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lomita is $3,118/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,520/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,000/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,200/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($93,810/yr), Lomita ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lomita an affordable city for renters?

Lomita is considered moderate for renters. At $3,118/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($93,810/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lomita slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lomita?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $125,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,118/mo in Lomita. The local median household income is $93,810/yr, meaning the typical Lomita household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lomita?

Rent in Lomita has increased 0.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lomita rent compare to other cities in California?

Lomita is one of the pricier cities in California for rent, ranking #128 out of 387 tracked cities at $3,118/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lomita?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lomita ($3,118/mo): Carson ($2,953/mo), Torrance ($2,997/mo).

What percentage of Lomita residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.1% of Lomita households are renters, while 45.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lomita has a strong rental market.

How does Lomita rent compare to the national average?

Lomita's median rent of $3,118/mo is $1,153 (59%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #128 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $3,118/mo, rent takes ~40% of Lomita's median household income ($93,810/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lomita 40%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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