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ZIP 92606

Part of Irvine, CA
Pop. 23,990·Orange County·254th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$3,266/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
+$1,301
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ZIP 92606 · $3,266
More expensive than 93% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$3,220
1 BR
$3,300
2 BR
$3,890
3 BR
$5,280
4 BR+
$6,310
Research median
$3,890/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
$39,192/yr
At $3,266/mo median
Location
CityIrvine
StateCA
CountyOrange County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (0.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.6% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 92606 (Irvine, CA) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 66.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
23,990
Median income
$135,598
Median age
34.3
Renters
64.1%
Age distribution
21.4%
29.1%
25.2%
13.4%
Under 1821.4%
18–3429.1%
35–5425.2%
55–6413.4%
65+10.9%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
30.1%
45.5%
White30.1%
Black1.5%
Hispanic11.5%
Asian45.5%
Other11.4%
Education (25+)
18.9%
66.2%
No HS diploma4.5%
HS diploma10.5%
Some college18.9%
Bachelor's+66.2%
Housing tenure
35.9%
64.1%
Owner35.9%
Renter64.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 92606 in Irvine, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,422 → $3,266
up 34.8%
Income
$124,586 → $135,598
up 8.8%
Population
25,126 → 23,990
down 4.5%
Renter share
61.1% → 64.1%
+3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
67% → 66.2%
-0.8 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 92606 in Irvine, CA has climbed from $2,422 to $3,266, a 34.8% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $135,598 today, compared with $124,586 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 4.5% since 2021, moving from about 25,126 residents to roughly 23,990. Renters now make up 64.1% of households, compared with 61.1% five years ago. 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 92606 covers Irvine, CA. The median rent here is $3,266/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $3,300/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,890/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($135,598/yr), ZIP 92606 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.6% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 92606?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 92606 (Irvine, CA) is $3,266. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 92606 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 92606's median rent of $3,266/mo is $1,301 (66%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 92606 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 92606 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in California, ranking #254 out of 907 ZIPs tracked at $3,266/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 92606?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $131,000/year (~$63/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,266/mo in ZIP 92606. The local median household income is $135,598/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 92606?

Rent in ZIP 92606 has decreased 0.6% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 92606 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 92606 is considered affordable for renters. At $3,266/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($135,598/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 92606 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 92606 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.1% of ZIP 92606 households are renters, while 35.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 92606 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 92606 compare to the rest of Irvine?

ZIP 92606 is more affordable than Irvine overall. At $3,266/mo, it's $124 below the Irvine citywide median of $3,390/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 92606 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 92606 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,266/mo, rent takes ~29% of ZIP 92606's median household income ($135,598/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 92606 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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