Cost of Living in Ceres, CA
Population: 48,918 • 2026 Data
$76,862
Median Household Income
-1% vs national
$1,584
Median Monthly Rent
+18% vs national
$397,200
Median Home Value
+17% vs national
10.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Ceres
The median home value in Ceres, CA is $397,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,584, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,546.
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 Ceres, CA is $76,862. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4%, with a labor force of 22,217 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.