Cost of Living in Montebello, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
162.0
100 = national avg
+62.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,258
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$168,429
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing246.9
Food107.3
Transportation122.0
Healthcare105.8
Utilities133.7
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 Montebello is 162.0, which is 62.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 246.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,258 per year to cover basic expenses.