Cost of Living in Gonzales, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
150.9
100 = national avg
+50.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,379
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$156,896
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing217.9
Food108.1
Transportation116.3
Healthcare106.5
Utilities128.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,232
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,684
per month
The overall cost of living index in Gonzales is 150.9, which is 50.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 217.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,379 per year to cover basic expenses.