Pharmaceuticals occupiers in Los Angeles typically cluster in Culver City, plan ~220 sqft per seat at high-end fit-out ($220–320/sqft), and pay around 65 USD/sqft ($65 USD) on Class A.

• Preferred submarket: Culver City.
• Typical fit-out spec: High-end ($220–320/sqft).
• Plan ~220 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
• Class A rent context: 65 USD/sqft ($65 USD).
• Typical lease: 7 years with 14 months rent-free.
• Talent depth in Los Angeles: 92/100.

TL;DR

• Preferred submarket: Culver City.
• Typical fit-out spec: High-end ($220–320/sqft).
• Plan ~220 sqft per seat for headcount sizing.
• Class A rent context: 65 USD/sqft ($65 USD).
• Typical lease: 7 years with 14 months rent-free.
• Talent depth in Los Angeles: 92/100.

Where they cluster

Pharmaceuticals occupiers in Los Angeles typically anchor in Culver City. Streaming platforms, post-production, gaming, AdTech.

What they pay

Class A rent in Los Angeles runs 65 USD/sqft ($65 USD) on a 7-year lease with 14 months free. Prime submarkets sit at or modestly above the city index.

Spec and fit-out

Typical pharmaceuticals fit-out targets high-end specification at $220–320/sqft. Branded reception, full client-facing programming, premium furniture, and specialist AV are standard.

Headcount sizing

Plan around 220 sqft per seat blended (workstation + circulation + amenity). A 100-headcount pharma office in Los Angeles typically targets 22,000 sqft of leasable area.

Talent angle

Commercial and medical-affairs teams cluster near academic-medical anchors; large floor plates support cross-functional brand teams. Deepest entertainment, streaming, gaming, and aerospace talent pool in the world. Average all-in compensation indexes 92 vs. New York.

Tax and lease context

Headline corporate tax: 27%. Modified-gross with op-ex escalations. Rent-free 12-20 months on a 10-year term is standard. TI of $130-$200/sqft achievable. California Civil Code 1938 disclosure (CASp) is mandatory.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

Where do pharmaceuticals occupiers lease office space in Los Angeles?

Most cluster in Culver City. Rent runs ~65 USD/sqft ($65 USD) for trophy and prime stock.

What fit-out spec do pharmaceuticals occupiers run in Los Angeles?

Typically high-end at $220–320/sqft.

How much office space per seat should a pharmaceuticals occupier plan in Los Angeles?

Plan ~220 sqft per seat blended. A 100-person team typically takes 22,000 sqft.

What NAICS codes describe the pharmaceuticals vertical?

Representative NAICS 2022 codes: 3254, 5417.

What is the talent index in Los Angeles?

92/100. Use the city profile for full detail.

Related

• Pharmaceuticals — global overview
• Los Angeles — full city profile
• Financial services in Los Angeles
• Asset management in Los Angeles
• Investment banking in Los Angeles
• Legal services in Los Angeles

Editorial provenance

Reviewed by Miriam Hollander — Lead market analyst. Last updated 2026-04-15. See our methodology and editorial standards.

Primary sources for this page

• CBRE Marketview reports — CBRE
• JLL Office Insight — JLL
• Cushman & Wakefield Marketbeat — Cushman & Wakefield
• Savills World Research — Savills
• Colliers Global Office Outlook — Colliers

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