Cost of Living in Norwalk, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.9
100 = national avg
+75.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,411
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,973
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing250.7
Food125.4
Transportation134.4
Healthcare120.4
Utilities145.4
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 Norwalk is 175.9, which is 75.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 250.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,411 per year to cover basic expenses.