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ZIP 95112

Part of San Jose, CA
Pop. 57,373·Santa Clara County·300th most expensive ZIP in California
Median rent (all units)
$3,131/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.6%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
+$1,166
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ZIP 95112 · $3,131
More expensive than 92% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,300
1 BR
$2,620
2 BR
$3,060
3 BR
$4,040
4 BR+
$4,400
Research median
$3,060/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
$37,572/yr
At $3,131/mo median
Location
StateCA
CountySanta Clara County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.6% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 95112 (San Jose, CA) is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 38.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
57,373
Median income
$89,103
Median age
31.9
Renters
73.6%
Age distribution
13%
43%
22.4%
Under 1813%
18–3443%
35–5422.4%
55–6410.1%
65+11.4%
Gender
53%
47%
Male53%
Female47%
Race & ethnicity
25.1%
40.6%
27.8%
White25.1%
Black4.9%
Hispanic40.6%
Asian27.8%
Other1.6%
Education (25+)
19.9%
19.3%
22.7%
38.2%
No HS diploma19.9%
HS diploma19.3%
Some college22.7%
Bachelor's+38.2%
Housing tenure
26.4%
73.6%
Owner26.4%
Renter73.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 95112 in San Jose, CA has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,396 → $3,131
up 30.7%
Income
$83,224 → $89,103
up 7.1%
Population
58,489 → 57,373
down 1.9%
Renter share
70.2% → 73.6%
+3.4 pts
Bachelor's+
39.3% → 38.2%
-1.1 pts

The median rent in ZIP 95112 in San Jose, CA stood at $2,396 in 2021 and currently runs about $3,131, reflecting a 30.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 95112 in San Jose, CA now reports about $89,103, up from $83,224 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 1.9% since 2021, moving from about 58,489 residents to roughly 57,373. Renters now make up 73.6% of households, compared with 70.2% five years ago. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 95112 in San Jose, CA reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 95112 covers San Jose, CA. The median rent here is $3,131/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,620/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $3,060/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($89,103/yr), ZIP 95112 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.6% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 95112?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 95112 (San Jose, CA) is $3,131. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 95112 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 95112's median rent of $3,131/mo is $1,166 (59%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 95112 compare to other ZIPs in California?

ZIP 95112 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in California, ranking #300 out of 907 ZIPs tracked at $3,131/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 95112?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $125,000/year (~$60/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,131/mo in ZIP 95112. The local median household income is $89,103/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 95112?

Rent in ZIP 95112 has increased 8.6% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 95112 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 95112 is considered stretched for renters. At $3,131/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($89,103/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 95112 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 95112 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 73.6% of ZIP 95112 households are renters, while 26.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 95112 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 95112 compare to the rest of San Jose?

ZIP 95112 is more affordable than San Jose overall. At $3,131/mo, it's $348 below the San Jose citywide median of $3,479/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 95112 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 95112 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $3,131/mo, rent takes ~42% of ZIP 95112's median household income ($89,103/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 95112 42%Benchmark 30%
State income tax1–13.3%
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