Cost of Living in Alameda, CA
Population: 76,876 • 2026 Data
$132,015
Median Household Income
+71% vs national
$2,394
Median Monthly Rent
+78% vs national
$1,203,900
Median Home Value
+255% vs national
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Alameda
The median home value in Alameda, CA is $1,203,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,394, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,553.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Alameda, CA is $132,015. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0%, with a labor force of 41,720 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.