Cost of Living in Occidental, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
215.3
100 = national avg
+115.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$94,744
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$223,941
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing340.7
Food129.5
Transportation159.0
Healthcare123.6
Utilities165.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,827
per month
The overall cost of living index in Occidental is 215.3, which is 115.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 340.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $94,744 per year to cover basic expenses.