Cost of Living in Sierra Madre, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
251.4
100 = national avg
+151.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$110,602
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$261,422
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing370.0
Food157.8
Transportation215.7
Healthcare146.3
Utilities188.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sierra Madre is 251.4, which is 151.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 370.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $110,602 per year to cover basic expenses.