Cost of Living in Truckee, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
219.8
100 = national avg
+119.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,725
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$228,622
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing312.5
Food146.3
Transportation192.6
Healthcare137.0
Utilities170.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,382
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,813
per month
The overall cost of living index in Truckee is 219.8, which is 119.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 312.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,725 per year to cover basic expenses.