Cost of Living in Vernon, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
145.4
100 = national avg
+45.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,987
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$151,243
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing212.2
Food104.1
Transportation109.8
Healthcare103.3
Utilities124.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Vernon is 145.4, which is 45.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 212.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,987 per year to cover basic expenses.