Cost of Living in Fairhaven, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
142.7
100 = national avg
+42.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,773
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,374
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing189.5
Food110.7
Transportation121.5
Healthcare108.6
Utilities124.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,186
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,550
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairhaven is 142.7, which is 42.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 189.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,773 per year to cover basic expenses.