Cost of Living in Imperial, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
130.4
100 = national avg
+30.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,391
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$135,653
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing162.4
Food113.6
Transportation95.5
Healthcare110.9
Utilities120.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,038
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,362
per month
The overall cost of living index in Imperial is 130.4, which is 30.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,391 per year to cover basic expenses.