La Jolla ain’t that unique. It’s the same up here all along the north county coast. No problem renting out properties 6k and a lot higher. Don’t extrapolate what you see where you live to other places your less familiar with
I’ve got a friend from back east that will be renting her soon. Looking for 2-3 bedroom place. When I told him 6k plus he said no problem. He’s far from a senior. I’ve rented houses out for people up here. Lots of folks making $300k – 500k and more around here