Cost of Living in Chowchilla, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.4
100 = national avg
+15.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,771
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,005
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.5
Food98.4
Transportation96.8
Healthcare98.7
Utilities108.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,062
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,376
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chowchilla is 115.4, which is 15.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,771 per year to cover basic expenses.