Cost of Living in Wheatland, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
132.4
100 = national avg
+32.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,250
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,682
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing157.4
Food112.5
Transportation125.1
Healthcare110.0
Utilities119.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,272
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,550
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wheatland is 132.4, which is 32.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 157.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,250 per year to cover basic expenses.