Cost of Living in Newcastle, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.7
100 = national avg
+75.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,307
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,727
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing221.8
Food134.4
Transportation168.8
Healthcare127.5
Utilities145.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,832
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,255
per month
The overall cost of living index in Newcastle is 175.7, which is 75.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 221.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,307 per year to cover basic expenses.