Cost of Living in Bell, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.7
100 = national avg
+42.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,782
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,395
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing213.7
Food96.3
Transportation118.4
Healthcare97.1
Utilities120.6
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 is 142.7, which is 42.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 213.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,782 per year to cover basic expenses.