Cost of Living in Janesville, CA

With a cost of living index of 103, Janesville, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 3% more expensive than the national average and 40% below the California state average of 144. Janesville is a small community of 2,447 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Janesville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,365 (3% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $289,400 (5% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Janesville is $70,938, which is 6% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Janesville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches spread over roughly 51 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.