RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · CA

ZIP 94534

Pop. 41,203·Solano County·535th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$2,662/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.1%
Month-over-Month
+0.5%
vs US Median
+$697
Stable (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 94534 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 94534 · $2,662
More expensive than 83% 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
$2,030
1 BR
$2,210
2 BR
$2,820
3 BR
$3,770
4 BR+
$4,270
Research median
$2,820/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
$31,944/yr
At $2,662/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountySolano County
Rent Market Meter
Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (5.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.1% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 94534 (Fairfield, CA) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 40.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,203
Median income
$140,198
Median age
41.5
Renters
22.3%
Age distribution
22.3%
18.2%
28.6%
12.1%
18.8%
Under 1822.3%
18–3418.2%
35–5428.6%
55–6412.1%
65+18.8%
Gender
51.3%
48.7%
Male51.3%
Female48.7%
Race & ethnicity
40.6%
19%
24.5%
White40.6%
Black11.3%
Hispanic19%
Asian24.5%
Other4.5%
Education (25+)
17.5%
36.2%
40.6%
No HS diploma5.7%
HS diploma17.5%
Some college36.2%
Bachelor's+40.6%
Housing tenure
77.7%
22.3%
Owner77.7%
Renter22.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 94534 in Fairfield, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,229 → $2,662
up 19.4%
Income
$121,478 → $140,198
up 15.4%
Population
39,318 → 41,203
up 4.8%
Renter share
24.7% → 22.3%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
40.5% → 40.6%
+0.1 pts

Rent in ZIP 94534 in Fairfield, CA has increased 19.4% since 2021, going from about $2,229 per month to roughly $2,662 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 94534 in Fairfield, CA now reports about $140,198, up from $121,478 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 4.0 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 39,318 to 41,203 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.8% change. About 22.3% of households rent today, against 24.7% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 94534 in Fairfield, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 94534

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 94534

About renting in ZIP 94534

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 94534 covers Fairfield, CA. The median rent here is $2,662/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,210/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,820/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($140,198/yr), ZIP 94534 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 94534?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 94534 (Fairfield, CA) is $2,662. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 94534 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 94534's median rent of $2,662/mo is $697 (35%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 94534 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 94534 falls in the middle range for California, ranking #535 out of 907 ZIPs at $2,662/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 94534?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $106,000/year (~$51/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,662/mo in ZIP 94534. The local median household income is $140,198/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 94534?

Rent in ZIP 94534 has increased 5.1% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 94534 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 94534 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,662/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($140,198/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 94534 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 94534 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.3% of ZIP 94534 households are renters, while 77.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 94534 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 94534 compare to the rest of Fairfield?

ZIP 94534 is pricier than Fairfield as a whole. At $2,662/mo, it's $216 above the Fairfield citywide median of $2,446/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 94534 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 94534 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,662/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 94534's median household income ($140,198/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 94534 23%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 94534 (Fairfield, CA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.