Cost of Living in Brea, CA
Population: 47,337 • 2026 Data
$124,837
Median Household Income
+61% vs national
$2,285
Median Monthly Rent
+70% vs national
$874,300
Median Home Value
+158% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brea
The median home value in Brea, CA is $874,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,285, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,375.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brea, CA is $124,837. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 24,699 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.