Cost of Living in Ridgecrest Heights, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
75.7
100 = national avg
-24.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,314
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$78,743
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing57.4
Food92.0
Transportation74.4
Healthcare93.6
Utilities86.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ridgecrest Heights is 75.7, which is 24.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 57.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,314 per year to cover basic expenses.