Cost of Living in South Lake Tahoe, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.9
100 = national avg
+43.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,320
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$149,665
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing215.5
Food106.5
Transportation82.2
Healthcare105.2
Utilities127.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,832
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,255
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Lake Tahoe is 143.9, which is 43.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 215.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,320 per year to cover basic expenses.