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Lynwood

Pop. 64,578·319th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Lynwood, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,130/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.9%
Month-over-Month
+4.7%
vs US Median
+$168
Rising (Monthly)
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Lynwood · $2,130
More expensive than 66% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,130/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$85,000/yr
Local median income
$74,844/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lynwood'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
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,290/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,130 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$25,560/yr
At $2,130/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.9% YoY, +4.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lynwood, CA is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
64,578
Median income
$74,844
Median age
33.6
Renters
52.2%
Age distribution
25.4%
26.9%
27.2%
Under 1825.4%
18–3426.9%
35–5427.2%
55–6410.8%
65+9.8%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
87.7%
White10.9%
Black8.8%
Hispanic87.7%
Asian0.8%
Education (25+)
40.2%
27.6%
22.4%
No HS diploma40.2%
HS diploma27.6%
Some college22.4%
Bachelor's+9.8%
Housing tenure
47.8%
52.2%
Owner47.8%
Renter52.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lynwood, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$61,612 → $74,844
up 21.5%
Population
67,497 → 64,578
down 4.3%
Renter share
51.6% → 52.2%
+0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
8.1% → 9.8%
+1.7 pts
Median age
31.2 → 33.6
+2.4 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Lynwood, CA now reports about $74,844, up from $61,612 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 67,497 to 64,578 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.3% change.

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Lynwood rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Lynwood, CA

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lynwood is $2,130/mo as of August 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 34% of local median household income ($74,844/yr), Lynwood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lynwood an affordable city for renters?

Lynwood is considered moderate for renters. At $2,130/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($74,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lynwood slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lynwood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $85,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,130/mo in Lynwood. The local median household income is $74,844/yr, meaning the typical Lynwood household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lynwood?

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

How does Lynwood rent compare to other cities in California?

Lynwood is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #319 out of 381 tracked cities at $2,130/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lynwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lynwood ($2,130/mo): Huntington Park ($1,800/mo), South Gate ($2,020/mo).

What percentage of Lynwood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.2% of Lynwood households are renters, while 47.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lynwood has a strong rental market.

How does Lynwood rent compare to the national average?

Lynwood's median rent of $2,130/mo is $168 (9%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within California, it ranks #319 out of 381 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,130/mo, rent takes ~34% of Lynwood's median household income ($74,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lynwood 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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