Cost of Living in Bell Gardens, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.0
100 = national avg
+38.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,711
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,498
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing212.4
Food92.3
Transportation106.0
Healthcare93.9
Utilities117.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bell Gardens is 138.0, which is 38.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 212.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,711 per year to cover basic expenses.