Cost of Living in West Athens, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.7
100 = national avg
+55.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,488
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,880
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing227.7
Food109.4
Transportation118.9
Healthcare107.5
Utilities131.2
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 West Athens is 155.7, which is 55.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 227.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,488 per year to cover basic expenses.