Here's what it costs to live in Salinas, California, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,923 per month, while the typical home is valued around $610,900. Households earn a median of $89,150 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 64. 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
$89,150
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,923
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$610,900
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$2,173
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,232
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,684
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$3,623
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
161,993
Latest estimate
Median Age
32.1 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
64.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Salinas?
The cost of living index for Salinas is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Salinas?
The median gross rent in Salinas is $1,923 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Salinas?
The median household income in Salinas is $89,150 per year.
What is the median home value in Salinas?
The median home value in Salinas is $610,900 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Salinas?
Salinas has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Salinas?
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