Cost of Living in La Quinta, CA
Population: 38,299 • 2026 Data
$97,628
Median Household Income
+26% vs national
$1,747
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$612,800
Median Home Value
+81% vs national
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in La Quinta
The median home value in La Quinta, CA is $612,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,747, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,980.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in La Quinta, CA is $97,628. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1%, with a labor force of 17,245 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.