Cost of Living in Mountain View, CA
Population: 82,363 • 2026 Data
$179,917
Median Household Income
+132% vs national
$2,975
Median Monthly Rent
+121% vs national
$1,927,400
Median Home Value
+468% vs national
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Mountain View
The median home value in Mountain View, CA is $1,927,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,975, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $3,071.
Rent-to-income ratio: 19.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Mountain View, CA is $179,917. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4%, with a labor force of 49,525 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.