Cost of Living in Thousand Oaks, CA
Population: 125,676 • 2026 Data
$134,367
Median Household Income
+74% vs national
$2,580
Median Monthly Rent
+91% vs national
$951,200
Median Home Value
+181% vs national
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Thousand Oaks
The median home value in Thousand Oaks, CA is $951,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,580, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,726.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Thousand Oaks, CA is $134,367. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, with a labor force of 65,135 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.