Cost of Living in La Puente, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
161.2
100 = national avg
+61.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,908
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,600
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing229.6
Food114.8
Transportation129.6
Healthcare111.9
Utilities134.8
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 La Puente is 161.2, which is 61.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 229.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,908 per year to cover basic expenses.