Cost of Living in Buena Vista, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.7
100 = national avg
+29.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,049
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,842
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing137.4
Food117.8
Transportation135.5
Healthcare114.2
Utilities118.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,396
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,698
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buena Vista is 129.7, which is 29.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,049 per year to cover basic expenses.