Cost of Living in Chico, CA
Population: 102,032 • 2026 Data
$67,929
Median Household Income
-12% vs national
$1,442
Median Monthly Rent
+7% vs national
$455,300
Median Home Value
+34% vs national
6.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Chico
The median home value in Chico, CA is $455,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,442, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,506.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Chico, CA is $67,929. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6%, with a labor force of 56,343 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.