Cost of Living in Mead Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
149.3
100 = national avg
+49.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,681
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$155,246
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing187.3
Food119.1
Transportation138.1
Healthcare115.3
Utilities128.9
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 Mead Valley is 149.3, which is 49.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 187.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,681 per year to cover basic expenses.