Cost of Living in Lake Mathews, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
183.3
100 = national avg
+83.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,672
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$190,679
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing256.7
Food128.5
Transportation157.0
Healthcare122.8
Utilities148.4
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 Lake Mathews is 183.3, which is 83.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 256.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,672 per year to cover basic expenses.