Cost of Living in Ontario, CA
Population: 178,347 • 2026 Data
$82,806
Median Household Income
+7% vs national
$1,916
Median Monthly Rent
+42% vs national
$568,000
Median Home Value
+68% vs national
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Ontario
The median home value in Ontario, CA is $568,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,916, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,967.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Ontario, CA is $82,806. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0%, with a labor force of 92,126 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.