Cost of Living in Santee, CA
Population: 59,485 • 2026 Data
$105,613
Median Household Income
+36% vs national
$2,197
Median Monthly Rent
+63% vs national
$653,400
Median Home Value
+93% vs national
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Santee
The median home value in Santee, CA is $653,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,197, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,277.
Rent-to-income ratio: 25.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Santee, CA is $105,613. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, with a labor force of 30,131 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.