Cost of Living in Union City, CA
Population: 68,141 • 2026 Data
$137,194
Median Household Income
+77% vs national
$2,713
Median Monthly Rent
+101% vs national
$1,058,200
Median Home Value
+212% vs national
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Union City
The median home value in Union City, CA is $1,058,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,713, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,724.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Union City, CA is $137,194. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, with a labor force of 37,444 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.