Cost of Living in Phelan, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.7
100 = national avg
+39.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,464
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$145,278
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing173.5
Food114.0
Transportation128.0
Healthcare111.2
Utilities123.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The overall cost of living index in Phelan is 139.7, which is 39.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 173.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,464 per year to cover basic expenses.