Cost of Living in Daly City, CA
Population: 102,560 • 2026 Data
$119,570
Median Household Income
+54% vs national
$2,523
Median Monthly Rent
+87% vs national
$1,092,700
Median Home Value
+222% vs national
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Daly City
The median home value in Daly City, CA is $1,092,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,523, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,552.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Daly City, CA is $119,570. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0%, with a labor force of 59,785 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.