Cost of Living in Barstow, CA
Population: 25,198 • 2026 Data
$51,811
Median Household Income
-33% vs national
$1,065
Median Monthly Rent
-21% vs national
$222,600
Median Home Value
-34% vs national
10.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Barstow
The median home value in Barstow, CA is $222,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,065, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,014.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Barstow, CA is $51,811. The unemployment rate stands at 10.0%, with a labor force of 10,025 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.