Cost of Living in Carson, CA
Population: 93,523 • 2026 Data
$107,391
Median Household Income
+39% vs national
$1,914
Median Monthly Rent
+42% vs national
$645,600
Median Home Value
+90% vs national
6.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Carson
The median home value in Carson, CA is $645,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,914, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,981.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Carson, CA is $107,391. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9%, with a labor force of 47,856 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.