Cost of Living in Tehachapi, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.9
100 = national avg
+20.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,197
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,738
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing152.1
Food101.8
Transportation103.6
Healthcare101.4
Utilities111.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tehachapi is 120.9, which is 20.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 152.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,197 per year to cover basic expenses.