Cost of Living in Tuolumne City, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
128.3
100 = national avg
+28.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,440
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$133,403
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing185.1
Food96.4
Transportation92.8
Healthcare97.1
Utilities114.9
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 Tuolumne City is 128.3, which is 28.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 185.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,440 per year to cover basic expenses.