Cost of Living in Madera, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.3
100 = national avg
+15.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,747
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$119,947
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing144.7
Food98.6
Transportation97.3
Healthcare98.9
Utilities108.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,062
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,376
per month
The overall cost of living index in Madera is 115.3, which is 15.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 144.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,747 per year to cover basic expenses.