Cost of Living in Santa Rosa, CA
Population: 177,216 • 2026 Data
$97,410
Median Household Income
+26% vs national
$2,084
Median Monthly Rent
+55% vs national
$685,000
Median Home Value
+102% vs national
5.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Santa Rosa
The median home value in Santa Rosa, CA is $685,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,084, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,130.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.7%. 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 Rosa, CA is $97,410. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, with a labor force of 96,708 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.