Cost of Living in Santa Clarita, CA
Population: 229,021 • 2026 Data
$119,926
Median Household Income
+55% vs national
$2,486
Median Monthly Rent
+84% vs national
$721,000
Median Home Value
+113% vs national
5.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Santa Clarita
The median home value in Santa Clarita, CA is $721,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,486, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,649.
Rent-to-income ratio: 24.9%. 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 Clarita, CA is $119,926. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3%, with a labor force of 119,315 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.