Cost of Living in Mendocino, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.6
100 = national avg
+37.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,544
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,104
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing198.5
Food101.3
Transportation102.6
Healthcare101.0
Utilities120.5
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 Mendocino is 137.6, which is 37.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 198.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,544 per year to cover basic expenses.