Cost of Living in Escondido, CA
Population: 149,913 • 2026 Data
$84,477
Median Household Income
+9% vs national
$1,922
Median Monthly Rent
+43% vs national
$663,500
Median Home Value
+96% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Escondido
The median home value in Escondido, CA is $663,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,922, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,022.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Escondido, CA is $84,477. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 76,471 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.