Cost of Living in Santa Ana, CA
Population: 311,639 • 2026 Data
$88,354
Median Household Income
+14% vs national
$1,975
Median Monthly Rent
+47% vs national
$657,800
Median Home Value
+94% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Santa Ana
The median home value in Santa Ana, CA is $657,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,975, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,965.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Santa Ana, CA is $88,354. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 164,804 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.