Cost of Living in Shasta, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
164.0
100 = national avg
+64.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,159
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$170,559
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing193.8
Food132.9
Transportation165.9
Healthcare126.3
Utilities138.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,212
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,590
per month
The overall cost of living index in Shasta is 164.0, which is 64.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 193.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,159 per year to cover basic expenses.