Cost of Living in Highland, CA
Population: 56,690 • 2026 Data
$77,979
Median Household Income
+1% vs national
$1,539
Median Monthly Rent
+14% vs national
$455,200
Median Home Value
+34% vs national
5.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Highland
The median home value in Highland, CA is $455,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,539, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,671.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Highland, CA is $77,979. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6%, with a labor force of 26,459 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.