Average Rent in Los Angeles, CA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles, CA is $2,135/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 242 ZIP codes. Rents have changed -0.8% year over year. Rents range from $1,630 to $3,130.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$2,135/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 242 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↓ -0.8%
Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles, CA is $2,135/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 242 ZIP codes. Rents have decreased 0.8% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles is 79% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Los Angeles, CA ranges from $1,630 to $3,130 across 242 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Los Angeles, CA is approximately 0.8% for 2026. An increase above 0.8% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Los Angeles, CA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles, CA is $2,135/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 242 ZIP codes. Rents range from $1,630 to $3,130 depending on neighborhood — a $1,500/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $85,400/year.
Is rent going up in Los Angeles?
Rents in Los Angeles have decreased 0.8% year over year based on local market data. Declining rents may give renters leverage when negotiating renewals.
What is a fair rent increase in Los Angeles?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 0.8% is in line with the Los Angeles market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Note: Los Angeles has rent increase protections — the cap is generally 3–8% (set annually by LAHD, based on CPI). Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Los Angeles
-0.8%
Rents in Los Angeles are cooling at -0.8% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from -2.1% to +1.0%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+1.0%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (-2.1%).Landlords are asking more than renters are paying — this suggests renters may have negotiating leverage in Los Angeles right now.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Los Angeles?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Los Angeles typically rents for $1,908 – $2,061.
Rents above $2,370 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Los Angeles typically rents for $2,135 – $2,306.
Rents above $2,652 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Los Angeles typically rents for $2,668 – $2,881.
Rents above $3,313 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Los Angeles typically rents for $3,387 – $3,658.
Rents above $4,207 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Los Angeles typically rents for $3,767 – $4,068.
Rents above $4,678 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Los Angeles
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$1,908
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$2,135
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$2,668
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$3,387
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$3,767
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Los Angeles
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
Showing top 20 of 242 zip codes.
SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does Los Angeles Compare?
Questions about rent in Los Angeles
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles, CA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Los Angeles, CA is $2,135/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 242 ZIP codes in the city. This is 79% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $1,630 to $3,130 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Los Angeles?
A rent increase up to about 0.8% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Los Angeles. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $2,135/month.
Are rents going up or down in Los Angeles?
Rents in Los Angeles have decreased 0.8% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 242 ZIP codes in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, CA HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Los Angeles?
1-bedroom rents across Los Angeles range from $1,630 to $3,130 on this page, a $1,500/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Los Angeles?
In Los Angeles, rent increases are regulated under Los Angeles protections. The maximum increase is generally 3–8% (set annually by LAHD, based on CPI). Landlords must also follow applicable state notice requirements before issuing a rent increase.
How much should I spend on rent in Los Angeles?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Los Angeles at $2,135/month, a household would need approximately $85,400/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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