Cost of Living in Pittsburg, CA
Population: 75,868 • 2026 Data
$101,099
Median Household Income
+31% vs national
$2,201
Median Monthly Rent
+63% vs national
$583,100
Median Home Value
+72% vs national
7.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pittsburg
The median home value in Pittsburg, CA is $583,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,201, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,185.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pittsburg, CA is $101,099. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5%, with a labor force of 39,638 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.