Cost of Living in Visalia, CA
Population: 142,649 • 2026 Data
$79,952
Median Household Income
+3% vs national
$1,397
Median Monthly Rent
+4% vs national
$340,600
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Visalia
The median home value in Visalia, CA is $340,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,397, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,509.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.0%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Visalia, CA is $79,952. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 67,867 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.