Cost of Living in Tulare, CA
Population: 69,984 • 2026 Data
$69,517
Median Household Income
-10% vs national
$1,354
Median Monthly Rent
+0% vs national
$301,200
Median Home Value
-11% vs national
7.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Tulare
The median home value in Tulare, CA is $301,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,354, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,427.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Tulare, CA is $69,517. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9%, with a labor force of 30,786 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.