Cost of Living in Castroville, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
163.2
100 = national avg
+63.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,806
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$169,722
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing224.7
Food119.2
Transportation138.3
Healthcare115.3
Utilities136.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,232
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,684
per month
The overall cost of living index in Castroville is 163.2, which is 63.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 224.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,806 per year to cover basic expenses.