Cost of Living in Gardena, CA
Population: 59,765 • 2026 Data
$79,291
Median Household Income
+2% vs national
$1,761
Median Monthly Rent
+31% vs national
$667,600
Median Home Value
+97% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Gardena
The median home value in Gardena, CA is $667,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,761, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,808.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Gardena, CA is $79,291. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 32,041 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.