Cost of Living in Brentwood, CA
Population: 64,609 • 2026 Data
$139,567
Median Household Income
+80% vs national
$2,509
Median Monthly Rent
+86% vs national
$791,600
Median Home Value
+133% vs national
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brentwood
The median home value in Brentwood, CA is $791,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,509, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,863.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brentwood, CA is $139,567. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0%, with a labor force of 31,918 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.