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Mortgage costs in California
The average California homeowner pays roughly $488/month in property tax on a median-priced home, plus about $117/month in home insurance. Property tax is billed by your county — actual rates vary from the state average, so check your county assessor's site for exact figures.
How much house can I afford in California?
A common rule is to keep total housing costs (PITI) under 28% of gross monthly income. At current rates, buying the median California home ($780,000) with 20% down requires roughly $199,347 in annual income.