Cost of Living in Chester, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.9
100 = national avg
+9.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,344
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,266
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing99.6
Food111.3
Transportation122.5
Healthcare109.0
Utilities106.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,075
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 109.9, which is 9.9% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 99.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,344 per year to cover basic expenses.