Cost of Living in Elk Grove, CA
Population: 177,221 • 2026 Data
$122,229
Median Household Income
+58% vs national
$2,180
Median Monthly Rent
+62% vs national
$603,400
Median Home Value
+78% vs national
6.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Elk Grove
The median home value in Elk Grove, CA is $603,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,180, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,227.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Elk Grove, CA is $122,229. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7%, with a labor force of 90,254 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.