Yuba, CA

Average · 109

California · Population 69,545 · Updated March 2026

$1,391
Median Rent / Month
$72,322
Median Income
$405,900
Median Home Value
$1,409
Owner Costs / Month

Affordability

How far your income goes in Yuba

23.1%
Rent-to-Income Ratio
Affordable
Rent takes less than 25% of median income — considered affordable by HUD standards.

Tax Burden in California

State-level tax rates that affect your costs

13.3%
Income Tax (Top Rate)
7.25%
Sales Tax
0.71%
Property Tax Rate

Estimated Annual Costs

$16,692
Annual Rent
$9,619
State Income Tax
$2,882
Property Tax (est.)

Cost of Living Overview

Yuba is more expensive than the national average. Higher housing costs are typically the primary driver. With a cost index of 109 (where 100 equals the national median), Yuba residents can expect to pay median rent of $1,391/month while earning a median household income of $72,322/year.

The median home value in Yuba, CA is $405,900, with typical monthly owner costs around $1,409 including mortgage, insurance, and taxes. The median rent-to-income ratio of 23.1% means housing is relatively affordable here — well below the 30% threshold that HUD considers cost-burdened.

California's top income tax rate of 13.3% is among the highest in the nation, adding to the overall cost burden. Combined with a 7.25% sales tax rate and 0.71% effective property tax rate, the overall tax environment is a factor in the total cost of living in Yuba.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about living costs in Yuba

What is the cost of living in Yuba, CA?
The cost of living index in Yuba, CA is 109 (US average = 100). Median monthly rent is $1,391, median household income is $72,322/year, and the median home value is $405,900.
Is Yuba, CA affordable?
No, Yuba is more expensive than the national average with a cost index of 109. The rent-to-income ratio is 23.1%—below the 30%% threshold considered affordable by HUD.
What is the average rent in Yuba, CA?
The median gross rent in Yuba, CA is $1,391 per month according to the US Census Bureau ACS 2023 data. Annual rent costs approximately $16,692.
What is the median household income in Yuba?
The median household income in Yuba, CA is $72,322 per year. This compares to the national median of approximately $80,000.
What are the taxes like in California?
California has a top income tax rate of 13.3%, a sales tax of 7.25%, and an effective property tax rate of 0.71%.