Cost of Living in Cottonwood, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.1
100 = national avg
-13.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,905
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,593
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing108.7
Food80.8
Transportation61.7
Healthcare84.7
Utilities90.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cottonwood is 86.1, which is 13.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 108.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,905 per year to cover basic expenses.