Cost of Living in Compton, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
148.1
100 = national avg
+48.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,143
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,973
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing213.6
Food106.8
Transportation113.5
Healthcare105.4
Utilities126.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Compton is 148.1, which is 48.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 213.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,143 per year to cover basic expenses.