Cost of Living in Fullerton, CA
Population: 141,278 • 2026 Data
$104,219
Median Household Income
+35% vs national
$2,124
Median Monthly Rent
+58% vs national
$859,600
Median Home Value
+154% vs national
6.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fullerton
The median home value in Fullerton, CA is $859,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,124, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,251.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fullerton, CA is $104,219. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5%, with a labor force of 73,779 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.