Union South Bay
615 E Carson St,
Carson, CA 90745
Studio - 2 Beds | $2,295 - $3,550
Rental Market Trends in Carson, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Carson, CA is $2,506/month.
Rent in Carson is 51% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,506/month
Average Rent
742 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
191
Available Apartments
Carson rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Carson average $1,903 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Carson average $2,506 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Carson average $2,769 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Carson average $3,127 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Carson, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $5 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Carson, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
23%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
27%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
50%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Carson, CA?
Because the average rent in Carson is $2,506, you’ll want to make about $8,353 per month or $100,236 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Carson, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Carson, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Carson Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Harbor City
Avg Rent: $1,467/month
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Compton
Avg Rent: $1,456/month
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Wilmington
Avg Rent: $1,577/month
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Gardena
Avg Rent: $1,693/month
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Signal Hill
Avg Rent: $1,740/month
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Lomita
Avg Rent: $2,135/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Carson?
The average rent in Carson is $2,506 per month, which is 50.6% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Carson?
The average rent for a house in Carson, CA is $3,776 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Carson?
The average rent for a condo in Carson, CA is $2,235 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Carson?
Rents in Carson, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $5 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Carson?
In Carson, CA, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† 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 June 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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.