RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · CA

ZIP 94804

Part of Richmond, CA
Pop. 44,891·Contra Costa County·507th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$2,699/mo
Year-over-Year
+0.3%
Month-over-Month
+5.2%
vs US Median
+$734
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 94804 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 94804 · $2,699
More expensive than 84% 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
$1,750
1 BR
$1,990
2 BR
$2,420
3 BR
$3,090
4 BR+
$3,670
Research median
$2,420/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
$32,388/yr
At $2,699/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountyContra Costa County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.3% YoY, +5.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 94804 (Richmond, CA) is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
44,891
Median income
$91,037
Median age
36.9
Renters
46.4%
Age distribution
21.8%
24.9%
28%
12%
13.2%
Under 1821.8%
18–3424.9%
35–5428%
55–6412%
65+13.2%
Gender
48.9%
51.1%
Male48.9%
Female51.1%
Race & ethnicity
22.7%
17.3%
44.9%
White22.7%
Black17.3%
Hispanic44.9%
Asian11.9%
Other3.3%
Education (25+)
21.2%
20.4%
25.6%
32.8%
No HS diploma21.2%
HS diploma20.4%
Some college25.6%
Bachelor's+32.8%
Housing tenure
53.6%
46.4%
Owner53.6%
Renter46.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 94804 in Richmond, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,245 → $2,699
up 20.2%
Income
$71,824 → $91,037
up 26.8%
Population
43,346 → 44,891
up 3.6%
Renter share
53.1% → 46.4%
-6.7 pts
Bachelor's+
31.1% → 32.8%
+1.7 pts
Median age
35.2 → 36.9
+1.7 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in ZIP 94804 in Richmond, CA has shifted from $2,245 to $2,699, up 20.2% since 2021. Household income in the area moved from $71,824 to $91,037 across the same window, up 26.8% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show ZIP 94804 in Richmond, CA adding about 1,545 residents over the five-year window, up 3.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 53.1% to 46.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in ZIP 94804 in Richmond, CA look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 94804

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 94804

About renting in ZIP 94804

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 94804 covers Richmond, CA. The median rent here is $2,699/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,990/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,420/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($91,037/yr), ZIP 94804 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 94804?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 94804 (Richmond, CA) is $2,699. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 94804 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 94804's median rent of $2,699/mo is $734 (37%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 94804 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 94804 falls in the middle range for California, ranking #507 out of 907 ZIPs at $2,699/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 94804?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,699/mo in ZIP 94804. The local median household income is $91,037/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 94804?

Rent in ZIP 94804 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 94804 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 94804 is considered moderate for renters. At $2,699/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($91,037/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 94804 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 94804 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.4% of ZIP 94804 households are renters, while 53.6% are owner-occupied. ZIP 94804 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 94804 compare to the rest of Richmond?

ZIP 94804 is pricier than Richmond as a whole. At $2,699/mo, it's $190 above the Richmond citywide median of $2,509/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 94804 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 94804 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
36%
MODERATE

At $2,699/mo, rent takes ~36% of ZIP 94804's median household income ($91,037/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 94804 36%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 94804 (Richmond, CA)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.