Cost of Living in Folsom, CA
Population: 82,140 • 2026 Data
$139,263
Median Household Income
+80% vs national
$2,279
Median Monthly Rent
+69% vs national
$702,200
Median Home Value
+107% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Folsom
The median home value in Folsom, CA is $702,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,279, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,391.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Folsom, CA is $139,263. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 41,708 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.