Cost of Living in Shafter, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.1
100 = national avg
+14.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,213
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,686
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing135.0
Food102.0
Transportation100.0
Healthcare101.6
Utilities108.2
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 Shafter is 114.1, which is 14.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 135.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,213 per year to cover basic expenses.