Cost of Living in Lake Havasu City, AZ
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
121.6
100 = national avg
+21.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,522
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$126,507
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing156.9
Food100.6
Transportation101.3
Healthcare100.5
Utilities111.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,060
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,365
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake Havasu City is 121.6, which is 21.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 156.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,522 per year to cover basic expenses.