Cost of Living in Descanso, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
225.7
100 = national avg
+125.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,287
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$234,678
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing328.7
Food146.1
Transportation192.2
Healthcare136.9
Utilities173.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Descanso is 225.7, which is 125.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 328.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,287 per year to cover basic expenses.