Housing · Census ACS 2023
Housing Costs in California
Median home price
$725,800
#2 of 51 · 106% above US median
Median rent
$1,992/mo
#1 of 51 · 53% above US median
California Housing — FAQ
- What is the median home price in California?
- The median home value in California is $725,800 — 106% above the US median of $351,822 (Census ACS 2023). California ranks #2 of 51 for home prices.
- What is the average rent in California?
- The median gross rent in California is $1,992 per month — 53% above the US median of $1,300.
- Is California expensive to live in?
- For housing, California ranks #2 of 51 by home price and #1 by rent (1 = most expensive). Use our cost-of-living tools to compare total living costs.
Data source: U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey (ACS) 1-Year Estimates. See all states ranked or our methodology.