Cost of Living in Clearlake, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.2
100 = national avg
-4.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,006
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing114.5
Food81.8
Transportation103.8
Healthcare85.4
Utilities92.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,181
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,549
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clearlake is 95.2, which is 4.8% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 114.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,887 per year to cover basic expenses.