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ZIP 90230

Pop. 31,009·Los Angeles County·290th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$3,158/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.9%
Month-over-Month
+0.5%
vs US Median
+$1,193
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ZIP 90230 · $3,158
More expensive than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,440
1 BR
$2,730
2 BR
$3,400
3 BR
$4,310
4 BR+
$4,800
Research median
$3,400/mo

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$37,896/yr
At $3,158/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyLos Angeles County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.9% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 90230 (Culver City, CA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 57.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,009
Median income
$107,109
Median age
40.5
Renters
42.8%
Age distribution
22.1%
20.3%
27.1%
12.2%
18.4%
Under 1822.1%
18–3420.3%
35–5427.1%
55–6412.2%
65+18.4%
Gender
45%
55%
Male45%
Female55%
Race & ethnicity
41.8%
27.7%
17.7%
White41.8%
Black8.1%
Hispanic27.7%
Asian17.7%
Other4.7%
Education (25+)
22.5%
57.7%
No HS diploma8.7%
HS diploma11.1%
Some college22.5%
Bachelor's+57.7%
Housing tenure
57.2%
42.8%
Owner57.2%
Renter42.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 90230 in Culver City, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,295 → $3,158
up 37.6%
Income
$96,837 → $107,109
up 10.6%
Population
33,620 → 31,009
down 7.8%
Renter share
42% → 42.8%
+0.8 pts
Bachelor's+
56.6% → 57.7%
+1.1 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 90230 in Culver City, CA has climbed from $2,295 to $3,158, a 37.6% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $107,109 today, compared with $96,837 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 7.8% since 2021, moving from about 33,620 residents to roughly 31,009. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 90230 covers Culver City, CA. The median rent here is $3,158/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,730/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,400/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($107,109/yr), ZIP 90230 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 90230?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 90230 (Culver City, CA) is $3,158. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 90230 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 90230's median rent of $3,158/mo is $1,193 (61%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 90230 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 90230 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in California, ranking #290 out of 907 ZIPs tracked at $3,158/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 90230?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $126,000/year (~$61/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,158/mo in ZIP 90230. The local median household income is $107,109/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 90230?

Rent in ZIP 90230 has increased 10.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 90230 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 90230 is considered moderate for renters. At $3,158/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($107,109/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 90230 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 90230 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.8% of ZIP 90230 households are renters, while 57.2% are owner-occupied. ZIP 90230 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 90230 compare to the rest of Culver City?

ZIP 90230 is more affordable than Culver City overall. At $3,158/mo, it's $320 below the Culver City citywide median of $3,478/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 90230 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 90230 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $3,158/mo, rent takes ~35% of ZIP 90230's median household income ($107,109/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 90230 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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