Cost of Living in Selma, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.7
100 = national avg
+6.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,943
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$110,956
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.7
Food92.7
Transportation85.4
Healthcare94.1
Utilities102.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,355
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,664
per month
The overall cost of living index in Selma is 106.7, which is 6.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,943 per year to cover basic expenses.