Cost of Living in Hawthorne, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
168.7
100 = national avg
+68.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,206
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$175,397
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing272.1
Food105.6
Transportation111.2
Healthcare104.5
Utilities137.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hawthorne is 168.7, which is 68.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 272.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,206 per year to cover basic expenses.