Cost of Living in Cartago, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.5
100 = national avg
+32.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,296
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,790
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing164.5
Food109.7
Transportation119.4
Healthcare107.8
Utilities118.7
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 Cartago is 132.5, which is 32.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 164.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,296 per year to cover basic expenses.