Cost of Living in Blue Lake, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.8
100 = national avg
+15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,942
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,408
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing165.8
Food90.4
Transportation80.7
Healthcare92.3
Utilities107.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,186
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,550
per month
The overall cost of living index in Blue Lake is 115.8, which is 15.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 165.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,942 per year to cover basic expenses.