Cost of Living in Brisbane, CA
Population 4,718 · California · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Housing in Brisbane sits 270% above the national median — $1.1 million for the typical home — but median household incomes near $151,593 (103% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros. At 9.2%, the local unemployment rate runs well above the US figure, pointing to structural rather than cyclical labor-market issues.
Brisbane sits roughly 5 miles east of Daly City — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Housing prices track closely with Daly City's $1.1 million median.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Brisbane
The median home value in Brisbane is $1,127,200 — 270% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $2,634/month, 100% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $151,593/year is 103% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 9.2%, above the national average of 4.8%. California's top state income tax rate is 13.3% and the combined sales tax is 8.7%. The climate averages highs of 66.9°F and lows of 50.6°F. Overall, Brisbane has a cost of living index of 302 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 202% more expensive.
Brisbane has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 58 | 61 | 63 | 66 | 68 | 72 | 73 | 73 | 75 | 72 | 64 | 58 |
| Low °F | 45 | 46 | 48 | 49 | 52 | 54 | 55 | 56 | 56 | 53 | 49 | 45 |
| Precip" | 3.89 | 3.96 | 2.73 | 1.36 | 0.48 | 0.14 | 0.00 | 0.04 | 0.07 | 0.79 | 2.04 | 4.14 |
💨 Air Quality
EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Brisbane, CA?
Brisbane has a cost index of 302 (100 = national average). It is 202% above the national average.
What is average rent in Brisbane, CA?
The median gross rent in Brisbane is $2,634 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Brisbane?
The median home value in Brisbane is $1,127,200 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Brisbane?
The median household income in Brisbane is $151,593 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Brisbane, CA?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Brisbane is 8.7%. The California state income tax top rate is 13.3%.
Is Brisbane, CA affordable?
Brisbane is above average in cost of living, with an index of 302 — about 202% higher than the national average.
What is the weather like in Brisbane?
Brisbane has average high temperatures of 66.9°F and average lows of 50.6°F. Annual precipitation is 19.6". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Brisbane at a Glance
- Population
- 4,718
- Median Income
- $151,593
- Home Value
- $1,127,200
- Median Rent
- $2,634/mo
- Unemployment
- 9.2%
- Avg High Temp
- 66.9°F
- Sales Tax
- 8.7%
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