Folsom, California has an overall cost of living index of 109.9, which is 9.9 points above the US average of 100 — making it pricier than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $2,279 per month, while the typical home is valued around $702,200. Households earn a median of $139,263 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$139,263
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$2,279
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$702,200
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
109.9
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
1BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
N/A
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
109.9
Goods
109.0
Rents / Housing
131.5
Services
144.2
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
State Income Tax
13.30%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
7.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $146,490 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $154,510 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $82,420 |
| ⚡Electrician | $78,780 |
| 📊Accountant | $90,900 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
82,140
Latest estimate
Median Age
40.4 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Folsom?
Folsom has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 109.9. The US national average is 100, so Folsom is 9.9 points above the national average.
What is the median rent in Folsom?
The median gross rent in Folsom is $2,279 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Folsom?
The median household income in Folsom is $139,263 per year.
What is the median home value in Folsom?
The median home value in Folsom is $702,200 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Folsom?
Air quality data for Folsom is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Folsom?
California has a top state income tax rate of 13.30% and a statewide sales tax of 7.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology