Cost of Living in Poway, CA
Population: 48,515 • 2026 Data
$143,825
Median Household Income
+86% vs national
$2,261
Median Monthly Rent
+68% vs national
$971,500
Median Home Value
+187% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Poway
The median home value in Poway, CA is $971,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,261, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,623.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Poway, CA is $143,825. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 24,330 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.