Arvin, CA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Arvin, California?
$4,320 / month
for a family, 20.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $51,840 for the year for a family.
$2,767 / month
for a single person, 42.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $33,200 for the year for a single person.

Arvin cost of living score
99.8
Less expensive
0.2% lower
than the US average
33.4% lower
than the California average
Arvin, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 99.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 0.2% lower than the U.S. average and 33.4% lower than the average for California.

Arvin, CA

Housing costs in Arvin?
A typical home costs $270,800, which is 19.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 63.1% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Arvin costs $1,090 per month, which is 23.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 97.2% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Arvin?
To live comfortably in Arvin, California, a minimum annual income of $51,840 for a family, and $33,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Arvin?
The cost of living in Arvin, CA is relatively reasonable compared to the rest of California. The median home price is around $207,000, which is significantly lower than the state’s median home price of $552,800. Rent prices are also more affordable than other cities in California with an average rent for a two-bedroom apartment hovering just under $1,500. Additionally, groceries and other daily necessities are generally cheaper than larger cities around the state. Overall, Arvin offers an affordable place to live for those who want to enjoy life in sunny California without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesArvinCaliforniaUnited States
    Unlock149.9100.0
  97.7  Unlock100.0
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    Unlock$733,500$338,100
  111.7  Unlock100.0
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  111.0  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 18 years ago

The cost of houses in Arvin is grossly over stated. The median home price is actually much lower than Bakersfield. The numbers are infact about exactly oposite after the  More

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