Cost of Living in Brawley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
101.0
100 = national avg
+1.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,438
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$105,036
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.0
Food96.1
Transportation84.8
Healthcare96.9
Utilities100.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,038
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,362
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brawley is 101.0, which is 1.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,438 per year to cover basic expenses.