August, CA Cost of Living


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August cost of living score
124.7
More expensive
24.7% higher
than the US average
16.8% lower
than the California average
August, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 124.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.7% higher than the U.S. average and 16.8% higher than the average for California.

August, CA

Housing costs in August?
A typical home costs $297,200, which is 12.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 59.5% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in August costs $1,320 per month, which is 7.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 62.9% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford August?
To live comfortably in August, California, a minimum annual income of $56,880 for a family, and $40,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about August?
The cost of living in August, CA is relatively high compared to other parts of the country. Housing costs are particularly expensive, with average rent and purchase prices for homes much higher than the national average. Groceries, healthcare, and transportation expenses are also elevated. Despite the high costs, however, August has a lot to offer its residents in terms of lifestyle options. The city boasts great schools and universities as well as plenty of restaurants and entertainment options. As a result, it's still possible for many to live comfortably in August despite the high costs of living.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAugustCaliforniaUnited States
  124.7149.9100.0
  101.7105.1100
  100.798.3100.0
  100.3234.8100.0
  $297,200$733,500$338,100
  109.1%102.4%100.0%
  109.6133.1100.0
  111.8118.7100.0

   100=National Average

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