Cost of Living in Chula Vista, CA
Population: 275,030 • 2026 Data
$105,173
Median Household Income
+36% vs national
$2,122
Median Monthly Rent
+57% vs national
$697,400
Median Home Value
+106% vs national
8.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Chula Vista
The median home value in Chula Vista, CA is $697,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,122, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,342.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Chula Vista, CA is $105,173. The unemployment rate stands at 8.5%, with a labor force of 144,373 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.