Cost of Living in Penn Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
135.8
100 = national avg
+35.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,750
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,227
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing201.3
Food98.1
Transportation96.3
Healthcare98.5
Utilities119.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,813
per month
The overall cost of living index in Penn Valley is 135.8, which is 35.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 201.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,750 per year to cover basic expenses.