Cost of Living in Walker Lake, NV
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.3
100 = national avg
-13.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,977
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,765
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing78.2
Food84.0
Transportation125.3
Healthcare87.2
Utilities86.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,062
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,393
per month
The overall cost of living index in Walker Lake is 86.3, which is 13.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 78.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,977 per year to cover basic expenses.