Cost of Living in Sonora, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.0
100 = national avg
+17.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,483
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,688
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing151.1
Food97.9
Transportation95.7
Healthcare98.3
Utilities108.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,257
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,589
per month
The overall cost of living index in Sonora is 117.0, which is 17.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 151.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,483 per year to cover basic expenses.