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ZIP 92024

Pop. 50,617·San Diego County·54th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$4,470/mo
Year-over-Year
+14.0%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
+$2,505
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ZIP 92024 · $4,470
More expensive than 98% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,950
1 BR
$3,170
2 BR
$3,870
3 BR
$5,160
4 BR+
$6,250
Research median
$3,870/mo

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$53,640/yr
At $4,470/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountySan Diego County
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 14.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+14.0% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 92024 (Encinitas, CA) is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 66.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
50,617
Median income
$158,507
Median age
43.8
Renters
32.6%
Age distribution
19.9%
17.6%
27.5%
14.7%
20.3%
Under 1819.9%
18–3417.6%
35–5427.5%
55–6414.7%
65+20.3%
Gender
50.2%
49.8%
Male50.2%
Female49.8%
Race & ethnicity
77.7%
15.7%
White77.7%
Black0.5%
Hispanic15.7%
Asian4.6%
Other1.5%
Education (25+)
20.2%
66.8%
No HS diploma4.2%
HS diploma8.8%
Some college20.2%
Bachelor's+66.8%
Housing tenure
67.4%
32.6%
Owner67.4%
Renter32.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 92024 in Encinitas, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,909 → $4,470
up 53.7%
Income
$133,304 → $158,507
up 18.9%
Population
50,840 → 50,617
down 0.4%
Renter share
35.1% → 32.6%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
64.2% → 66.8%
+2.6 pts
Median age
43.2 → 43.8
+0.6 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 92024 in Encinitas, CA stood at $2,909 in 2021 and currently runs about $4,470, reflecting a 53.7% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $133,304 in 2021 to $158,507 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 32.6% of households, compared with 35.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 66.8% of adults here, versus 64.2% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the ZIP 92024 in Encinitas, CA market of 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 92024 covers Encinitas, CA. The median rent here is $4,470/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $3,170/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,870/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($158,507/yr), ZIP 92024 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 92024?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 92024 (Encinitas, CA) is $4,470. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 92024 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 92024's median rent of $4,470/mo is $2,505 (127%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 92024 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 92024 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in California, ranking #54 out of 907 ZIPs tracked at $4,470/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 92024?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $179,000/year (~$86/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,470/mo in ZIP 92024. The local median household income is $158,507/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 92024?

Rent in ZIP 92024 has increased 14.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 92024 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 92024 is considered moderate for renters. At $4,470/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($158,507/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 92024 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 92024 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.6% of ZIP 92024 households are renters, while 67.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 92024 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 92024 compare to the rest of Encinitas?

ZIP 92024 is more affordable than Encinitas overall. At $4,470/mo, it's $28 below the Encinitas citywide median of $4,498/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 92024 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 92024 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $4,470/mo, rent takes ~34% of ZIP 92024's median household income ($158,507/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 92024 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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