Cost of Living in Trinidad, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
169.9
100 = national avg
+69.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$74,772
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$176,734
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing227.1
Food125.8
Transportation151.5
Healthcare120.6
Utilities140.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,186
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,550
per month
The overall cost of living index in Trinidad is 169.9, which is 69.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 227.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $74,772 per year to cover basic expenses.