Cost of Living in Montclair, CA
Population: 37,809 • 2026 Data
$76,338
Median Household Income
-1% vs national
$1,759
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$549,600
Median Home Value
+62% vs national
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Montclair
The median home value in Montclair, CA is $549,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,759, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,743.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Montclair, CA is $76,338. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, with a labor force of 17,787 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.