Cost of Living in Garden Grove, CA
Population: 170,603 • 2026 Data
$90,166
Median Household Income
+16% vs national
$1,971
Median Monthly Rent
+46% vs national
$765,500
Median Home Value
+126% vs national
5.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Garden Grove
The median home value in Garden Grove, CA is $765,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,971, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,016.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Garden Grove, CA is $90,166. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, with a labor force of 88,771 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.