Cost of Living in Ridgecrest, LA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.8
100 = national avg
-27.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$32,053
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,761
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing70.1
Food81.9
Transportation63.8
Healthcare85.5
Utilities83.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$647
per month
2 Bedroom
$834
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ridgecrest is 72.8, which is 27.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 70.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $32,053 per year to cover basic expenses.