How much does it cost to rent in Long Beach, CA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Long Beach, CA is $2,364. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Long Beach cheaper than other California cities?

Long Beach is among the more affordable cities in California, ranking #291 out of 387 cities at $2,364/mo.

When was Long Beach rent data last updated?

Long Beach 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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Long Beach

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Pop. 455,548·291st most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Long Beach, CA

Median rent (all units)

$2,364/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$399

Rising (Monthly)

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Long Beach · $2,364

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Long Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,364/mo

Expected by trend

$2,540/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,864

1 BR

$2,095

2 BR

$2,645

3 BR

$3,372

4 BR+

$3,733

Research median

$2,645/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

$28,368/yr

At $2,364/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.5% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Long Beach, CA is majority renter-occupied, 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

455,548

Median income

$87,430

Median age

37.1

Renters

58.8%

Age distribution

19.9%

26.6%

27.5%

12.5%

13.5%

Under 1819.9%

18–3426.6%

35–5427.5%

55–6412.5%

65+13.5%

Gender

49.1%

50.9%

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

Race & ethnicity

38.3%

43.8%

13.1%

White38.3%

Black11.8%

Hispanic43.8%

Asian13.1%

Education (25+)

17.6%

18.3%

28.5%

35.6%

No HS diploma17.6%

HS diploma18.3%

Some college28.5%

Bachelor's+35.6%

Housing tenure

41.2%

58.8%

Owner41.2%

Renter58.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Long Beach, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,862 → $2,364

up 27.0%

Income

$71,150 → $87,430

up 22.9%

Population

466,565 → 455,548

down 2.4%

Renter share

59.5% → 58.8%

-0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

32.8% → 35.6%

+2.8 pts

Median age

35.9 → 37.1

+1.2 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Long Beach, CA has shifted from $1,862 to $2,364, up 27.0% since 2021. Census figures show median household income at $87,430 today, compared with $71,150 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Long Beach, CA losing about 11,017 residents over the five-year window, down 2.4% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 32.8% to 35.6% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Long Beach on your salary?

At $2,364/mo, how Long Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $111,486/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $79,154/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $91,179/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $162,970/yr · Rent = 17.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $208,235/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $74,116/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $66,918/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $82,482/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Long Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Long Beach

About renting in Long Beach, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Long Beach is $2,364/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,864/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,645/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,095/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,372/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($87,430/yr), Long Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Long Beach an affordable city for renters?

Long Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $2,364/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($87,430/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Long Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Long Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,364/mo in Long Beach. The local median household income is $87,430/yr, meaning the typical Long Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Long Beach?

Rent in Long Beach has increased 4.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Long Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Long Beach are 90813 ($1,841/mo), 90806 ($1,920/mo), and 90805 ($2,149/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Long Beach is $2,364/mo.

How does Long Beach rent compare to other cities in California?

Long Beach is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #291 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,364/mo.

What percentage of Long Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.8% of Long Beach households are renters, while 41.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Long Beach has a strong rental market.

How does Long Beach rent compare to the national average?

Long Beach's median rent of $2,364/mo is $399 (20%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #291 out of 387 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,364/mo, rent takes ~32% of Long Beach's median household income ($87,430/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Long Beach 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax1–13.3%

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