Cost of Living in El Portal, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
89.4
100 = national avg
-10.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,343
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,992
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.3
Food90.9
Transportation81.8
Healthcare92.7
Utilities93.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,148
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,454
per month
The overall cost of living index in El Portal is 89.4, which is 10.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,343 per year to cover basic expenses.