Cost of Living in Castella, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.4
100 = national avg
+6.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,807
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,635
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing117.0
Food100.1
Transportation100.2
Healthcare100.1
Utilities103.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,590
per month
The overall cost of living index in Castella is 106.4, which is 6.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 117.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,807 per year to cover basic expenses.