Cost of Living in Foster City, CA
Population: 32,964 • 2026 Data
$193,633
Median Household Income
+150% vs national
$3,501
Median Monthly Rent
+160% vs national
$1,774,500
Median Home Value
+423% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Foster City
The median home value in Foster City, CA is $1,774,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $3,501, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $3,707.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Foster City, CA is $193,633. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 17,682 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.