Cost of Living in Desert Hot Springs, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
113.1
100 = national avg
+13.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,780
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,662
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing152.3
Food88.5
Transportation103.8
Healthcare90.8
Utilities103.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The overall cost of living index in Desert Hot Springs is 113.1, which is 13.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 152.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,780 per year to cover basic expenses.