Here's what it costs to live in Glendale, California, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $2,095 per month, while the typical home is valued around $1,043,900. Households earn a median of $84,262 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 66. 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
$84,262
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$2,095
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$1,043,900
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,863
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,085
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,601
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$3,298
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
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 | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
192,270
Latest estimate
Median Age
41.4 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
66.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Glendale?
The cost of living index for Glendale is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Glendale?
The median gross rent in Glendale is $2,095 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Glendale?
The median household income in Glendale is $84,262 per year.
What is the median home value in Glendale?
The median home value in Glendale is $1,043,900 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Glendale?
Glendale has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Glendale?
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