Cost of Living in Sierra City, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
146.7
100 = national avg
+46.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,562
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,602
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing197.1
Food120.7
Transportation90.4
Healthcare116.6
Utilities131.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,165
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,529
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sierra City is 146.7, which is 46.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 197.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,562 per year to cover basic expenses.