Cost of Living in Coachella, CA
Population: 42,594 • 2026 Data
$67,558
Median Household Income
-13% vs national
$1,115
Median Monthly Rent
-17% vs national
$341,300
Median Home Value
+1% vs national
10.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Coachella
The median home value in Coachella, CA is $341,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,115, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,308.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Coachella, CA is $67,558. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4%, with a labor force of 22,626 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.