Cost of Living in Sacramento, CA
Population: 524,802 • 2026 Data
$83,753
Median Household Income
+8% vs national
$1,694
Median Monthly Rent
+26% vs national
$484,600
Median Home Value
+43% vs national
6.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Sacramento
The median home value in Sacramento, CA is $484,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,694, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,752.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Sacramento, CA is $83,753. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%, with a labor force of 275,106 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.