Cost of Living in San Jose, CA
Population: 990,054 • 2026 Data
$141,565
Median Household Income
+83% vs national
$2,617
Median Monthly Rent
+94% vs national
$1,187,800
Median Home Value
+250% vs national
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in San Jose
The median home value in San Jose, CA is $1,187,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,617, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,775.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.2%. 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 Jose, CA is $141,565. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7%, with a labor force of 548,145 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.