Cost of Living in Lancaster, CA
Population: 170,013 • 2026 Data
$76,083
Median Household Income
-2% vs national
$1,696
Median Monthly Rent
+26% vs national
$409,100
Median Home Value
+21% vs national
7.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lancaster
The median home value in Lancaster, CA is $409,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,696, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,746.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lancaster, CA is $76,083. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1%, with a labor force of 71,275 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.