Cost of Living in West Whittier-Los Nietos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.0
100 = national avg
+77.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,878
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,074
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing242.4
Food127.3
Transportation154.6
Healthcare121.8
Utilities144.9
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 West Whittier-Los Nietos is 177.0, which is 77.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 242.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,878 per year to cover basic expenses.