RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · CA

ZIP 93309

Pop. 63,217·Kern County·878th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$1,623/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
-$342
Falling (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 93309 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 93309 · $1,623
More affordable than 65% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,240
1 BR
$1,250
2 BR
$1,620
3 BR
$2,250
4 BR+
$2,720
Research median
$1,620/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,476/yr
At $1,623/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyKern County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 10.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.8% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 93309 (Bakersfield, CA) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
63,217
Median income
$63,544
Median age
32
Renters
52.9%
Age distribution
27.1%
27.8%
20.7%
13.7%
Under 1827.1%
18–3427.8%
35–5420.7%
55–6410.7%
65+13.7%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
35.6%
56.9%
White35.6%
Black7.9%
Hispanic56.9%
Asian3.2%
Education (25+)
17.2%
28.5%
34.6%
19.8%
No HS diploma17.2%
HS diploma28.5%
Some college34.6%
Bachelor's+19.8%
Housing tenure
47.1%
52.9%
Owner47.1%
Renter52.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 93309 in Bakersfield, CA has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,572 → $63,544
up 16.4%
Population
62,804 → 63,217
up 0.7%
Renter share
52.2% → 52.9%
+0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
20.4% → 19.8%
-0.6 pts
Median age
31.5 → 32
+0.5 yrs

Median household income grew from $54,572 to $63,544 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.4% shift.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 93309

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 93309

About renting in ZIP 93309

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 93309 covers Bakersfield, CA. The median rent here is $1,623/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,250/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,620/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($63,544/yr), ZIP 93309 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 93309?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 93309 (Bakersfield, CA) is $1,623. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 93309 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 93309's median rent of $1,623/mo is $342 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 93309 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 93309 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in California, ranking #878 out of 907 ZIPs at $1,623/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 93309?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,623/mo in ZIP 93309. The local median household income is $63,544/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 93309?

Rent in ZIP 93309 has increased 10.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 93309 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 93309 is considered moderate for renters. At $1,623/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($63,544/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 93309 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 93309 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.9% of ZIP 93309 households are renters, while 47.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 93309 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 93309 compare to the rest of Bakersfield?

ZIP 93309 is more affordable than Bakersfield overall. At $1,623/mo, it's $242 below the Bakersfield citywide median of $1,865/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 93309 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 93309 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,623/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 93309's median household income ($63,544/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 93309 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 93309 (Bakersfield, CA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.