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Lynwood

Pop. 64,578·339th most expensive in California·Rental market data updated monthly for Lynwood, CA
Median rent (all units)
$2,035/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.9%
Month-over-Month
+0.5%
vs US Median
+$70
Rising (Monthly)
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Lynwood · $2,035
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,035/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/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
Research median
$2,290/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,420/yr
At $2,035/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.9% YoY, +0.5% 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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About renting in Lynwood, CA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lynwood is $2,035/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 33% of local median household income ($74,844/yr), Lynwood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lynwood an affordable city for renters?

Lynwood is considered moderate for renters. At $2,035/mo, rent takes approximately 33% 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 $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,035/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 decreased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Lynwood rent compare to other cities in California?

Lynwood is one of the more affordable cities in California for rent, ranking #339 out of 387 tracked cities at $2,035/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lynwood?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lynwood ($2,035/mo): Huntington Park ($1,820/mo), South Gate ($2,002/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 $2,035/mo is $70 (4%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within California, it ranks #339 out of 387 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $2,035/mo, rent takes ~33% of Lynwood's median household income ($74,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lynwood 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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