Chowchilla, CA Cost of Living


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Chowchilla cost of living score
104.4
More expensive
4.4% higher
than the US average
30.4% lower
than the California average
Chowchilla, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.4% higher than the U.S. average and 30.4% higher than the average for California.

Chowchilla, CA

Housing costs in Chowchilla?
A typical home costs $365,400, which is 8.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 50.2% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Chowchilla costs $1,190 per month, which is 16.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 80.7% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Chowchilla?
To live comfortably in Chowchilla, California, a minimum annual income of $69,840 for a family, and $36,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Chowchilla?
Living in Chowchilla, CA is surprisingly affordable. The median home cost is approximately $250,000, and the cost of living index is 6% lower than the United States average. Along with being an affordable place to live, many amenities are available for those who choose to reside in Chowchilla. With shopping centers, farmers markets, gyms, parks and other recreation areas nearby, it is easy to find fun activities to do for all ages. Additionally, residents can enjoy access to services such as health care and education provided by local organizations and businesses. With its low cost of living and abundance of amenities offered in the area, Chowchilla is a great place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesChowchillaCaliforniaUnited States
  104.4149.9100.0
  99105.1100
  91.598.3100.0
  104.5234.8100.0
  $365,400$733,500$338,100
  112.1%102.4%100.0%
  95.6133.1100.0
  109.5118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 15 years ago

I was looking over the description of the weather, they are kind of off. It's terribly hot here during the summer we have at least 10 days of 100's which feel's much  More

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I've lived in Chowchilla, CA for about four years. Summer weather is hot; almost never lower than 95F until the end of August. Horribly dry; besides native plants and  More

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Over 18 years ago

There is a small bus that makes routes around  More

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