What are the schools like in Campbell, CA?

Campbell is served primarily by Campbell Union. The district operates 10 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 22.1:1.

What is the median household income in Campbell?

The median household income in Campbell, CA is $141,794 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

Campbell, CA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Campbell, CA affordable or expensive?

Campbell's cost of living index is 113, where 100 represents the national average. This means Campbell is 13% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $1,473,700 and the median rent is $2,619 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Campbell, CA?

Campbell has a violent crime rate of 489.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2949.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Campbell, CA?

Campbell has an average high temperature of 58.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.6 inches.

Is Campbell, CA a Good Place to Live?

Campbell is a small city of 43,464 in California, with a median household income of $141,794 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 113 (US average = 100), which is 13% above the national average.

Strengths: Campbell stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices. Whether Campbell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Campbell city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.9

Campbell's overall cost of living index is 112.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Campbell costs roughly 13% more than the average American city.

Metric	Campbell, CA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$1,473,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,619	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$141,794	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Campbell's violent crime rate is 489.9 per 100,000 residents — 29% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

489.9 /100k

Property Crime

2949.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Campbell is served primarily by Campbell Union. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Campbell, CA	National Avg
School District	Campbell Union	—
Elementary Schools	10	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	22.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	59.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Campbell sees average highs of 58.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 17.6 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Campbell, CA
Average High — January	58.5°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	17.6"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Campbell, CA	National Avg
Population	43,464	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	53.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.6%	18.9%
Asian	26.7%	6.3%
Under 18	21.8%	22.2%
65 and over	14.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Campbell

Campbell, CA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

95008

Campbell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campbell, CA affordable or expensive?

Campbell's cost of living index is 113, where 100 is the national average. That puts Campbell roughly 13% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $1,473,700 and median rent is $2,619/month.

What is the crime rate in Campbell, CA?

Campbell's violent crime rate is 489.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2949.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Campbell?

Public schools in Campbell are operated by Campbell Union. The district has 10 elementary, 2 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 22.1:1. 59.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Campbell, CA a good place to live?

Campbell, CA has a population of 43,464, a median household income of $141,794, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Campbell?

Campbell averages 58.5°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 17.6 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Campbell?

Campbell, CA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 95008.

What is the population of Campbell?

The population of Campbell, California is 43,464 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Campbell?

Key numbers for living in Campbell: cost of living index 113 (100 = US average), median home $1,473,700, median household income $141,794, crime index 134 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Campbell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.