Cost of Living in Hemet, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.0
100 = national avg
+12.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,266
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,447
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing154.0
Food91.0
Transportation82.0
Healthcare92.8
Utilities105.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hemet is 112.0, which is 12.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 154.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,266 per year to cover basic expenses.