Cost of Living in Paradise, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
122.9
100 = national avg
+22.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,097
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,865
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing159.0
Food101.2
Transportation102.5
Healthcare101.0
Utilities112.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,270
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,625
per month
The overall cost of living index in Paradise is 122.9, which is 22.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 159.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,097 per year to cover basic expenses.