Cost of Living in Joshua Tree, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.5
100 = national avg
+10.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,632
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,949
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.0
Food98.9
Transportation97.9
Healthcare99.2
Utilities105.6
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 Joshua Tree is 110.5, which is 10.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,632 per year to cover basic expenses.