Cost of Living in Santa Clara, CA
Population: 129,239 • 2026 Data
$173,670
Median Household Income
+124% vs national
$2,985
Median Monthly Rent
+121% vs national
$1,527,900
Median Home Value
+351% vs national
4.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Santa Clara
The median home value in Santa Clara, CA is $1,527,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,985, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $3,051.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.6%. 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 Clara, CA is $173,670. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4%, with a labor force of 77,974 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.