Cost of Living in Lake Almanor West, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
261.4
100 = national avg
+161.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$115,002
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$271,822
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing328.0
Food186.5
Transportation273.0
Healthcare169.2
Utilities197.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,075
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,411
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake Almanor West is 261.4, which is 161.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 328.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $115,002 per year to cover basic expenses.