Big Bear City, CA Cost of Living


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Big Bear City cost of living score
118.6
More expensive
18.6% higher
than the US average
20.9% lower
than the California average
Big Bear City, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 118.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.6% higher than the U.S. average and 20.9% higher than the average for California.

Big Bear City, CA

Housing costs in Big Bear City?
A typical home costs $404,600, which is 19.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 44.8% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Big Bear City costs $1,470 per month, which is 2.8% more than the national average of $1,430 and 46.3% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Big Bear City?
To live comfortably in Big Bear City, California, a minimum annual income of $77,400 for a family, and $46,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Big Bear City?
Big Bear City, CA is known for its relatively low cost of living. With a median home value of $327,800 and an average rent price of $1,100 per month, Big Bear City can be a great place to find affordable housing. The overall cost of living in Big Bear City is 10% lower than the national average, giving residents more options when it comes to budgeting their monthly expenses. Groceries, healthcare costs and transportation are also much lower when compared to other parts of California. This makes Big Bear City a great destination for those looking to find an affordable place to live while still enjoying the beauty and access to outdoor activities that the area has to offer.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBig Bear CityCaliforniaUnited States
  118.6149.9100.0
  97.7105.1100
  88.198.3100.0
  108.1234.8100.0
  $404,600$733,500$338,100
  107.2%102.4%100.0%
  107.9133.1100.0
  110.6118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

this place is great for outdoor  More

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Having lived in Big Bear City, CA for over 6 years, I can tell you that it is one of the best places to raise a family. The schools are excellent, from elementary to  More

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Over 17 years ago

beautiful in the summertime, zowie, would not want to be anywhere else. the cost of living nickels and dimes you to death. one cable choice (expensive), at least 20  More

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