Cost of Living in Avenal, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.5
100 = national avg
+1.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,661
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,563
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.1
Food90.5
Transportation115.1
Healthcare92.4
Utilities96.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,157
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,469
per month
The overall cost of living index in Avenal is 101.5, which is 1.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,661 per year to cover basic expenses.