Cost of Living in California, PA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.6
100 = national avg
-17.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,359
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$85,938
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.3
Food87.8
Transportation75.7
Healthcare90.3
Utilities89.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,077
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,299
per month
The overall cost of living index in California is 82.6, which is 17.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,359 per year to cover basic expenses.