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ZIP 91203

Part of Glendale, CA
Pop. 16,856·Los Angeles County·378th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$2,949/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.7%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
+$984
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ZIP 91203 · $2,949
More expensive than 89% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,150
1 BR
$2,410
2 BR
$3,000
3 BR
$3,800
4 BR+
$4,240
Research median
$3,000/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
$35,388/yr
At $2,949/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyLos Angeles County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 2.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.7% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 91203 (Glendale, CA) is majority renter-occupied, 48.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,856
Median income
$82,364
Median age
37.1
Renters
81.1%
Age distribution
17.6%
28.9%
26.6%
15.9%
Under 1817.6%
18–3428.9%
35–5426.6%
55–6411.1%
65+15.9%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
61%
18.7%
16%
White61%
Black3.2%
Hispanic18.7%
Asian16%
Other1.1%
Education (25+)
16.9%
22.6%
48.9%
No HS diploma11.6%
HS diploma16.9%
Some college22.6%
Bachelor's+48.9%
Housing tenure
18.9%
81.1%
Owner18.9%
Renter81.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 91203 in Glendale, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,457 → $2,949
up 20.0%
Income
$66,245 → $82,364
up 24.3%
Population
16,557 → 16,856
up 1.8%
Renter share
81.1% → 81.1%
+0.0 pts
Bachelor's+
40.9% → 48.9%
+8.0 pts

The median rent in ZIP 91203 in Glendale, CA stood at $2,457 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,949, reflecting a 20.0% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $66,245 in 2021 to $82,364 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 1.8% since 2021, moving from about 16,557 residents to roughly 16,856. College-educated residents now make up 48.9% of adults here, versus 40.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the ZIP 91203 in Glendale, CA market of 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 91203 covers Glendale, CA. The median rent here is $2,949/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,410/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,000/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($82,364/yr), ZIP 91203 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 91203?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 91203 (Glendale, CA) is $2,949. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 91203 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 91203's median rent of $2,949/mo is $984 (50%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 91203 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 91203 falls in the middle range for California, ranking #378 out of 907 ZIPs at $2,949/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 91203?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,949/mo in ZIP 91203. The local median household income is $82,364/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 91203?

Rent in ZIP 91203 has decreased 2.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 91203 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 91203 is considered stretched for renters. At $2,949/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($82,364/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 91203 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 91203 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 81.1% of ZIP 91203 households are renters, while 18.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 91203 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 91203 compare to the rest of Glendale?

ZIP 91203 is pricier than Glendale as a whole. At $2,949/mo, it's $217 above the Glendale citywide median of $2,732/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 91203 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 91203 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $2,949/mo, rent takes ~43% of ZIP 91203's median household income ($82,364/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 91203 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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