Cost of Living in Lemon Grove, CA
Population: 27,489 • 2026 Data
$79,278
Median Household Income
+2% vs national
$1,769
Median Monthly Rent
+31% vs national
$640,600
Median Home Value
+89% vs national
7.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lemon Grove
The median home value in Lemon Grove, CA is $640,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,769, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,009.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lemon Grove, CA is $79,278. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2%, with a labor force of 14,391 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.