Cost of Living in Pomona, CA
Population: 148,391 • 2026 Data
$78,869
Median Household Income
+2% vs national
$1,738
Median Monthly Rent
+29% vs national
$569,600
Median Home Value
+68% vs national
6.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Pomona
The median home value in Pomona, CA is $569,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,738, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,758.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Pomona, CA is $78,869. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%, with a labor force of 74,346 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.