Cost of Living in Yuba City, CA
Population: 69,545 • 2026 Data
$72,322
Median Household Income
-7% vs national
$1,391
Median Monthly Rent
+3% vs national
$405,900
Median Home Value
+20% vs national
6.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Yuba City
The median home value in Yuba City, CA is $405,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,391, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,409.
Rent-to-income ratio: 23.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Yuba City, CA is $72,322. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6%, with a labor force of 32,512 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.