Barstow, CA Cost of Living


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Barstow cost of living score
118.6
More expensive
18.6% higher
than the US average
20.9% lower
than the California average
Barstow, 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.

Barstow, CA

Housing costs in Barstow?
A typical home costs $247,000, which is 26.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 66.3% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Barstow costs $1,390 per month, which is 2.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 54.7% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Barstow?
To live comfortably in Barstow, California, a minimum annual income of $47,160 for a family, and $44,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Barstow?
The cost of living in Barstow, CA is relatively low compared to other cities and towns throughout the state. The median home price in Barstow is $182,000, which is significantly lower than the California average. Additionally, the average cost for utilities such as electricity and gas is also lower than the state-wide average. This makes it a great option for those looking for an affordable place to live. Groceries and health care are also more affordable than other parts of the state, making Barstow an attractive option for budget-conscious individuals or families.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBarstowCaliforniaUnited States
  118.6149.9100.0
  94.6105.1100
  91.298.3100.0
  67.1234.8100.0
  $247,000$733,500$338,100
  115.9%102.4%100.0%
  99.0133.1100.0
  111.0118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Mike · 

The positive of Barstow- yes there is something positive that can be said about Barstow. At least it's not as bad as South Lake Tahoe. The only reason it gets 2 stars  More

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Over 6 years ago

Just a place to travel thru. Cheap alternative to LA suburbs, about 70 miles or Palm Springs. It is in high Mojave desert, hot in the summer, 100-110, can get down  More

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Be careful is all I can say. I moved there with the focus to buy a home the investor Cliff Unegbu AKA Clifford Unegbu will rip off as many people as he can and use  More

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