Thousand Oaks, California has an overall cost of living index of 87.3, which is 12.7 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $2,580 per month, while the typical home is valued around $951,200. Households earn a median of $134,367 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
$134,367
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$2,580
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$951,200
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
87.3
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$1,998
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$2,250
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,693
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$3,652
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
87.3
Goods
93.6
Rents / Housing
59.5
Services
104.6
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 | $100,180 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $78,150 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $53,550 |
| ⚡Electrician | $59,650 |
| 📊Accountant | $74,740 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
125,676
Latest estimate
Median Age
44.5 yrs
Census ACS
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AQI data not available
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Thousand Oaks?
Thousand Oaks has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 87.3. The US national average is 100, so Thousand Oaks is 12.7 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Thousand Oaks?
The median gross rent in Thousand Oaks is $2,580 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Thousand Oaks?
The median household income in Thousand Oaks is $134,367 per year.
What is the median home value in Thousand Oaks?
The median home value in Thousand Oaks is $951,200 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Thousand Oaks?
Air quality data for Thousand Oaks is not yet available.
What are the taxes like in Thousand Oaks?
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