RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · CA

ZIP 90061

Pop. 30,051·Los Angeles County·654th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$2,427/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-6.4%
vs US Median
+$462
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 90061 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 90061 · $2,427
More expensive than 77% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,500
1 BR
$1,680
2 BR
$2,090
3 BR
$2,650
4 BR+
$2,950
Research median
$2,090/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$29,124/yr
At $2,427/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyLos Angeles County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -6.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 90061 (Los Angeles, CA) is majority renter-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
30,051
Median income
$61,046
Median age
33
Renters
64.7%
Age distribution
26.7%
26.7%
25.9%
Under 1826.7%
18–3426.7%
35–5425.9%
55–6410.2%
65+10.5%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
26.1%
70.4%
White6.9%
Black26.1%
Hispanic70.4%
Asian0.5%
Education (25+)
36.4%
27.4%
24.5%
No HS diploma36.4%
HS diploma27.4%
Some college24.5%
Bachelor's+11.7%
Housing tenure
35.3%
64.7%
Owner35.3%
Renter64.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 90061 in Los Angeles, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$50,427 → $61,046
up 21.1%
Population
29,992 → 30,051
up 0.2%
Renter share
59.8% → 64.7%
+4.9 pts
Bachelor's+
11.7% → 11.7%
+0.0 pts
Median age
31.4 → 33
+1.6 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $50,427 to $61,046 across the same window, up 21.1% versus 2021. Renters now make up 64.7% of households, compared with 59.8% five years ago.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 90061

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 90061

About renting in ZIP 90061

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 90061 covers Los Angeles, CA. The median rent here is $2,427/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,680/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,090/mo.

At 48% of local median household income ($61,046/yr), ZIP 90061 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 90061?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 90061 (Los Angeles, CA) is $2,427. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 90061 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 90061's median rent of $2,427/mo is $462 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 90061 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 90061 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in California, ranking #654 out of 907 ZIPs at $2,427/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 90061?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,427/mo in ZIP 90061. The local median household income is $61,046/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 90061?

Rent in ZIP 90061 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 90061 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 90061 is considered stretched for renters. At $2,427/mo, rent takes approximately 48% of the local median household income ($61,046/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 90061 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 90061 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.7% of ZIP 90061 households are renters, while 35.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 90061 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 90061 compare to the rest of Los Angeles?

ZIP 90061 is more affordable than Los Angeles overall. At $2,427/mo, it's $346 below the Los Angeles citywide median of $2,773/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 90061 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 90061 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
48%
STRETCHED

At $2,427/mo, rent takes ~48% of ZIP 90061's median household income ($61,046/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 90061 48%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 90061 (Los Angeles, CA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.