Cost of Living in Vista, CA
Population: 98,646 • 2026 Data
$91,854
Median Household Income
+19% vs national
$2,148
Median Monthly Rent
+59% vs national
$674,400
Median Home Value
+99% vs national
6.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Vista
The median home value in Vista, CA is $674,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,148, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,173.
Rent-to-income ratio: 28.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Vista, CA is $91,854. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%, with a labor force of 53,035 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.