Cost of Living in Lake County, CA

What does it cost to live in Lake County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$56,259

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Median Home

$291,300

Affordability

269

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,473
Property Tax$170
Insurance$97

Total Monthly$1,740
% of Income37.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,206
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,231
% of Income25.7%

Living in Lake County, California

Lake County has a median household income of $56,259 with housing costs that represent 37.1% of income for owners and 25.7% for renters. Housing costs exceed the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting affordability challenges.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.