Cost of Living in Nicolaus, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
204.4
100 = national avg
+104.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$89,942
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$212,591
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.7
Food133.1
Transportation178.1
Healthcare126.5
Utilities159.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,272
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,550
per month
The overall cost of living index in Nicolaus is 204.4, which is 104.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $89,942 per year to cover basic expenses.