Cost of Living in Huntington Beach, CA
Population: 196,010 • 2026 Data
$119,885
Median Household Income
+55% vs national
$2,424
Median Monthly Rent
+80% vs national
$1,047,300
Median Home Value
+209% vs national
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Huntington Beach
The median home value in Huntington Beach, CA is $1,047,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,424, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,436.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Huntington Beach, CA is $119,885. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, with a labor force of 109,588 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.