Cost of Living in Mission Viejo, CA
Population: 92,415 • 2026 Data
$136,071
Median Household Income
+76% vs national
$2,713
Median Monthly Rent
+101% vs national
$946,300
Median Home Value
+179% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mission Viejo
The median home value in Mission Viejo, CA is $946,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,713, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,751.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mission Viejo, CA is $136,071. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 47,928 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.