Cost of Living in Ballard, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
243.9
100 = national avg
+143.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,307
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$253,634
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food136.9
Transportation173.9
Healthcare129.6
Utilities182.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ballard is 243.9, which is 143.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,307 per year to cover basic expenses.