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Housing in Los Angeles County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Los Angeles County averages $1,954/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the California median of $2,036 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 35% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Los Angeles County FMR Area are $2,048 for a studio, $2,292 for 1‑bedroom, $2,859 for 2‑bedroom, $3,625 for 3‑bedroom, and $4,036 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $905 increase for a 2-bedroom in Los Angeles County shows a 46% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Los Angeles County was 5.8% in 2024, compared to California at 5.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.
