Cost of Living in Cerritos, CA
Population: 48,340 • 2026 Data
$133,953
Median Household Income
+73% vs national
$2,909
Median Monthly Rent
+116% vs national
$908,600
Median Home Value
+168% vs national
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Cerritos
The median home value in Cerritos, CA is $908,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,909, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,365.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Cerritos, CA is $133,953. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0%, with a labor force of 23,431 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.