Cost of Living in Watsonville, CA
Population: 51,968 • 2026 Data
$74,785
Median Household Income
-3% vs national
$1,784
Median Monthly Rent
+32% vs national
$657,700
Median Home Value
+94% vs national
7.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Watsonville
The median home value in Watsonville, CA is $657,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,784, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,820.
Rent-to-income ratio: 28.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Watsonville, CA is $74,785. The unemployment rate stands at 7.9%, with a labor force of 24,126 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.