RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · CA

ZIP 94118

Pop. 39,130·San Francisco County·78th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$4,212/mo
Year-over-Year
+24.7%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
+$2,247
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 94118 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 94118 · $4,212
More expensive than 98% 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
$2,280
1 BR
$2,730
2 BR
$3,300
3 BR
$4,220
4 BR+
$4,370
Research median
$3,300/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
$50,544/yr
At $4,212/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountySan Francisco County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 24.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+24.7% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 94118 (San Francisco, CA) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 73.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,130
Median income
$163,995
Median age
38.8
Renters
64.9%
Age distribution
14.3%
29.4%
28.4%
17.1%
Under 1814.3%
18–3429.4%
35–5428.4%
55–6410.8%
65+17.1%
Gender
47.4%
52.6%
Male47.4%
Female52.6%
Race & ethnicity
51.6%
32%
White51.6%
Black1.7%
Hispanic10.1%
Asian32%
Other4.6%
Education (25+)
14.4%
73.5%
No HS diploma6.2%
HS diploma5.8%
Some college14.4%
Bachelor's+73.5%
Housing tenure
35.1%
64.9%
Owner35.1%
Renter64.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 94118 in San Francisco, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,848 → $4,212
up 47.9%
Income
$139,043 → $163,995
up 17.9%
Population
41,456 → 39,130
down 5.6%
Renter share
64.4% → 64.9%
+0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
73.1% → 73.5%
+0.4 pts
Median age
36.9 → 38.8
+1.9 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 94118 in San Francisco, CA stood at $2,848 in 2021 and currently runs about $4,212, reflecting a 47.9% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $163,995 today, compared with $139,043 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 5.6% since 2021, moving from about 41,456 residents to roughly 39,130. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 94118

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 94118

About renting in ZIP 94118

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 94118 covers San Francisco, CA. The median rent here is $4,212/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,730/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,300/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($163,995/yr), ZIP 94118 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 24.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 94118?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 94118 (San Francisco, CA) is $4,212. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 94118 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 94118's median rent of $4,212/mo is $2,247 (114%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 94118 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 94118 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in California, ranking #78 out of 907 ZIPs tracked at $4,212/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 94118?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $168,000/year (~$81/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,212/mo in ZIP 94118. The local median household income is $163,995/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 94118?

Rent in ZIP 94118 has increased 24.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 94118 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 94118 is considered moderate for renters. At $4,212/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($163,995/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 94118 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 94118 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.9% of ZIP 94118 households are renters, while 35.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 94118 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 94118 compare to the rest of San Francisco?

ZIP 94118 is more affordable than San Francisco overall. At $4,212/mo, it's $189 below the San Francisco citywide median of $4,401/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 94118 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 94118 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $4,212/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 94118's median household income ($163,995/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 94118 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 94118 (San Francisco, CA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.