Cost of Living in Compton, CA
Population: 93,525 • 2026 Data
$74,270
Median Household Income
-4% vs national
$1,601
Median Monthly Rent
+19% vs national
$546,700
Median Home Value
+61% vs national
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Compton
The median home value in Compton, CA is $546,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,601, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,768.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Compton, CA is $74,270. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1%, with a labor force of 44,893 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.