Cost of Living in San Clemente, CA
Population: 63,510 • 2026 Data
$134,735
Median Household Income
+74% vs national
$2,398
Median Monthly Rent
+78% vs national
$1,220,500
Median Home Value
+260% vs national
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in San Clemente
The median home value in San Clemente, CA is $1,220,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,398, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,793.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in San Clemente, CA is $134,735. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1%, with a labor force of 32,478 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.