Cost of Living in Placerville, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.8
100 = national avg
+29.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$57,095
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,951
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing170.9
Food104.0
Transportation107.9
Healthcare103.2
Utilities116.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,832
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,255
per month
The overall cost of living index in Placerville is 129.8, which is 29.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 170.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $57,095 per year to cover basic expenses.