Cost of Living in Redding, CA
Population: 93,268 • 2026 Data
$69,443
Median Household Income
-10% vs national
$1,323
Median Monthly Rent
-2% vs national
$363,800
Median Home Value
+7% vs national
5.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Redding
The median home value in Redding, CA is $363,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,323, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,372.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Redding, CA is $69,443. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3%, with a labor force of 43,560 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.