Cost of Living in Bishop, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.0
100 = national avg
+37.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,285
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,492
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing169.2
Food112.8
Transportation125.7
Healthcare110.3
Utilities121.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,381
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,514
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bishop is 137.0, which is 37.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 169.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,285 per year to cover basic expenses.