Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
15%
Avg Rent
$2,181
Population
31,428
Renter Mix
66% Rent
Welcome to Silver Lake, where the iconic reservoir serves as the centerpiece of this artistic Los Angeles neighborhood. Nestled in the heart of LA, this community offers diverse housing options, from historic Spanish-style homes to contemporary apartment communities. Current rental market data shows studio apartments averaging $1,808 with 517 square feet, while one-bedroom units command approximately $2,161 for 777 square feet. Larger spaces, typically two-bedroom homes, rent for around $3,284 and provide generous 1,114-square-foot floor plans.
The neighborhood centers around Sunset Junction, where vintage shops and music venues create the area's distinctive character. The Silver Lake Meadow offers impressive views of both the reservoir and downtown LA skyline. Residents appreciate the accessibility of the reservoir's walking paths, the twice-weekly farmers markets, and the area's renowned coffee culture. With its central location, Silver Lake provides easy access to downtown Los Angeles while maintaining its own distinct personality, characterized by tree-lined streets, local boutiques, and independent restaurants.
Access to Retail Shops on Glendale Blvd Including Whole Foods 365 Market
Hop on the Glendale Freeway 2 to the 5 from Silver Lake and Explore Los Angeles.
Have fun and meet interesting people at Silver Lake Flea Market.
Take a stroll around Silver Lake reservoir.
Silver Lake meadows are a perfect place for a picnic.
Spend a fun-filled day with your companion at the Silver Lake dog park.
Median Household Income
$101,347
Average: $132,836
Education
18,019
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,475
Workers Employed
Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
15%
Housing Distribution
Silver Lake has more renters than homeowners.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Silver Lake, CA is $1,603 for a studio, $2,181 for one bedroom, and $3,472 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Silver Lake has increased by 0.4% in the past year.
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Silver Lake, CA is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
Some Public Transit
Transit
Very Drivable
Drivability
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.