Cost of Living in Pico Rivera, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
165.1
100 = national avg
+65.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,640
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$171,694
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing236.3
Food116.5
Transportation132.9
Healthcare113.2
Utilities137.1
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 Pico Rivera is 165.1, which is 65.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 236.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,640 per year to cover basic expenses.