Cost of Living in Hollister, CA
Population: 43,003 • 2026 Data
$101,979
Median Household Income
+32% vs national
$1,846
Median Monthly Rent
+37% vs national
$679,300
Median Home Value
+100% vs national
6.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Hollister
The median home value in Hollister, CA is $679,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,846, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,253.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Hollister, CA is $101,979. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4%, with a labor force of 21,882 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.