Cost of Living in East Palo Alto, CA
Population: 29,143 • 2026 Data
$104,832
Median Household Income
+35% vs national
$2,209
Median Monthly Rent
+64% vs national
$1,124,000
Median Home Value
+232% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in East Palo Alto
The median home value in East Palo Alto, CA is $1,124,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,209, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,422.
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 East Palo Alto, CA is $104,832. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 16,580 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.