Cost of Living in Petaluma, CA
Population: 59,321 • 2026 Data
$109,823
Median Household Income
+42% vs national
$2,379
Median Monthly Rent
+76% vs national
$834,900
Median Home Value
+146% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Petaluma
The median home value in Petaluma, CA is $834,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,379, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,437.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Petaluma, CA is $109,823. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 31,868 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.