Madera County, California Housing Market
In Madera County, California, the median home value is $393,200, with a median monthly rent of $1,390. This places Madera County at #304 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #38 within California.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,059
- Establishments: 5,539
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,144
- Multi-family: 103
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 57,430 (avg $64,550)
- Outflow: 55,575 (avg $64,049)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 9 active ZIP codes in Madera County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93604 | 282.3 | — | 2025 |
| 2 | 93601 | 273.4 | -9.30% | 2025 |
| 3 | 93610 | 393.3 | +15.02% | 2025 |
| 4 | 93644 | 276.1 | -6.82% | 2025 |
| 5 | 93638 | 411.6 | +4.19% | 2025 |
| 6 | 93643 | 280.2 | +10.19% | 2025 |
| 7 | 93636 | 360.0 | +3.86% | 2025 |
| 8 | 93637 | 314.3 | -0.33% | 2025 |
| 9 | 93614 | 255.7 | -0.86% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Madera County | California Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $393,200 | $609,221 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,390 | $1,690 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 67.5% | 63.4% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 23.6 | 28.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Madera County is 35.5% below the California state average and 72.7% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,390/month is 17.8% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 23.6, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Madera County has an owner-occupancy rate of 67.5%, compared to 63.4% in California and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ketchikan Gateway Borough | Alaska | $393,300 | $1,505 |
| Oldham County | Kentucky | $393,100 | $1,219 |
| Sumner County | Tennessee | $393,100 | $1,424 |
| Colusa County | California | $393,400 | $1,157 |
| Hennepin County | Minnesota | $392,900 | $1,487 |
Other Counties in California
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colusa County | $393,400 | $1,157 | 62.2% |
| Merced County | $391,800 | $1,343 | 54.0% |
| Fresno County | $388,800 | $1,392 | 55.5% |
| Mariposa County | $387,900 | $1,305 | 74.7% |
| Yuba County | $412,300 | $1,311 | 63.5% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).