salaryRent is higher than in 87% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 10.4 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Most households rent (57%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $102,120 a year. That is $49 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other California cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of California. It is number 400 of 653 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Burbank?
Share of households by yearly income. 39.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Burbank
| Size | Burbank | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,956 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,960 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,648 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $3,604 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $3,500+ | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Burbank overall?
Everyday prices in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area are 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Burbank
Life in Burbank
What jobs pay in Burbank
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $194,410 | 15.8% |
| Physician Assistant | $161,890 | 18.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $161,470 | 19.0% |
| Software Developer | $160,920 | 19.0% |
| Pharmacist | $157,440 | 19.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | 22.6% |
| Operations Manager | $125,830 | 24.3% |
| Dental Hygienist | $122,980 | 24.9% |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | 25.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $121,560 | 25.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $108,640 | 28.2% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | 30.1% |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | 31.2% |
| Accountant | $94,360 | 32.5% |
| Market Research Analyst | $82,990 | 36.9% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | 38.6% |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | 40.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | 41.5% |
| Electrician | $73,810 | 41.5% |
| Plumber | $71,110 | 43.1% |
| Truck Driver | $60,340 | 50.8% |
| Customer Service Representative | $48,840 | 62.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $47,760 | 64.1% |
| Nursing Assistant | $47,380 | 64.7% |
| Restaurant Cook | $44,460 | 68.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $42,390 | 72.3% |
| Retail Salesperson | $37,700 | 81.3% |
| Cashier | $36,980 | 82.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | 85.5% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Burbank?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $5,004 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $1,089,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $108,910 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Burbank, CA?
Renting in Burbank costs a median of about $2,553 a month in 2026, including utilities. The California median is $2,357.
How much do I need to make to live in Burbank?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $102,120 a year, or $49 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Burbank cheap or expensive?
Burbank is rated OK: rent takes 29.3% of the typical household income of $104,703. It ranks 400th cheapest of 653 California cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Burbank?
The median homeowner in Burbank pays $6,106 a year in property taxes, about 0.56% of the median home value.
Is Burbank more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 14% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Burbank?
The median home value in Burbank is $1,089,100, about 10.4 times the typical yearly household income.
104,546 people live in Burbank. Numbers are typical (middle) values.