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ZIP 91105

Part of Pasadena, CA
Pop. 12,531·Los Angeles County·346th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$3,020/mo
Year-over-Year
-11.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.3%
vs US Median
+$1,055
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ZIP 91105 · $3,020
More expensive than 90% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,790
1 BR
$3,130
2 BR
$3,900
3 BR
$4,940
4 BR+
$5,510
Research median
$3,900/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$36,240/yr
At $3,020/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyLos Angeles County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 11.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-11.8% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 91105 (Pasadena, CA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 74.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,531
Median income
$156,791
Median age
47.6
Renters
44.3%
Age distribution
14.2%
18%
26.5%
13.7%
27.6%
Under 1814.2%
18–3418%
35–5426.5%
55–6413.7%
65+27.6%
Gender
47.5%
52.5%
Male47.5%
Female52.5%
Race & ethnicity
54.1%
17.7%
21.9%
White54.1%
Black2.9%
Hispanic17.7%
Asian21.9%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
16.6%
74.2%
No HS diploma1.4%
HS diploma7.8%
Some college16.6%
Bachelor's+74.2%
Housing tenure
55.7%
44.3%
Owner55.7%
Renter44.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 91105 in Pasadena, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$143,892 → $156,791
up 9.0%
Population
12,888 → 12,531
down 2.8%
Renter share
42.7% → 44.3%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
71.1% → 74.2%
+3.1 pts
Median age
44.9 → 47.6
+2.7 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 91105 in Pasadena, CA now reports about $156,791, up from $143,892 in 2021. Census counts show ZIP 91105 in Pasadena, CA losing about 357 residents over the five-year window, down 2.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 42.7% to 44.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 71.1% to 74.2% across the same window.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 91105 covers Pasadena, CA. The median rent here is $3,020/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $3,130/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,900/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($156,791/yr), ZIP 91105 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 11.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 91105?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 91105 (Pasadena, CA) is $3,020. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 91105 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 91105's median rent of $3,020/mo is $1,055 (54%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 91105 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 91105 falls in the middle range for California, ranking #346 out of 907 ZIPs at $3,020/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 91105?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $121,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,020/mo in ZIP 91105. The local median household income is $156,791/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 91105?

Rent in ZIP 91105 has decreased 11.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 91105 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 91105 is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,020/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($156,791/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 91105 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 91105 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.3% of ZIP 91105 households are renters, while 55.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 91105 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 91105 compare to the rest of Pasadena?

ZIP 91105 is pricier than Pasadena as a whole. At $3,020/mo, it's $81 above the Pasadena citywide median of $2,939/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 91105 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 91105 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,020/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 91105's median household income ($156,791/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 91105 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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