Cost of Living in Brookdale, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.6
100 = national avg
+70.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,078
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,457
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing248.3
Food117.7
Transportation135.4
Healthcare114.2
Utilities140.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$3,298
per month
2 Bedroom
$4,214
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brookdale is 170.6, which is 70.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 248.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,078 per year to cover basic expenses.