Cost of Living in Lynwood, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.7
100 = national avg
+47.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,007
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,652
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing220.2
Food103.7
Transportation107.4
Healthcare102.9
Utilities126.2
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 Lynwood is 147.7, which is 47.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 220.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,007 per year to cover basic expenses.