Cost of Living in Glendale, CA
Population: 192,270 • 2026 Data
$84,262
Median Household Income
+9% vs national
$2,095
Median Monthly Rent
+55% vs national
$1,043,900
Median Home Value
+208% vs national
8.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Glendale
The median home value in Glendale, CA is $1,043,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,095, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,212.
Rent-to-income ratio: 29.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Glendale, CA is $84,262. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2%, with a labor force of 100,663 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.