Cost of Living in Manchester, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
134.7
100 = national avg
+34.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,289
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,138
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing202.3
Food96.5
Transportation93.1
Healthcare97.2
Utilities118.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,306
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,713
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manchester is 134.7, which is 34.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 202.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,289 per year to cover basic expenses.