Cost of Living in Fortuna, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.3
100 = national avg
+14.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,297
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,885
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.3
Food97.1
Transportation95.2
Healthcare97.7
Utilities107.3
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 Fortuna is 114.3, which is 14.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,297 per year to cover basic expenses.