Cost of Living in El Centro, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.6
100 = national avg
+3.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,587
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,750
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.9
Food92.9
Transportation93.2
Healthcare94.3
Utilities100.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,038
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,362
per month
The overall cost of living index in El Centro is 103.6, which is 3.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,587 per year to cover basic expenses.