Cost of Living in Fresno, CA
Population: 543,615 • 2026 Data
$66,804
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$1,324
Median Monthly Rent
-2% vs national
$348,500
Median Home Value
+3% vs national
8.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fresno
The median home value in Fresno, CA is $348,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,324, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,391.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fresno, CA is $66,804. The unemployment rate stands at 8.6%, with a labor force of 255,810 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.