Galt, CA Cost of Living


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Galt cost of living score
127.2
More expensive
27.2% higher
than the US average
15.1% lower
than the California average
Galt, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 127.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.2% higher than the U.S. average and 15.1% higher than the average for California.

Galt, CA

Housing costs in Galt?
A typical home costs $499,200, which is 47.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.9% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Galt costs $1,740 per month, which is 21.7% more than the national average of $1,430 and 23.6% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Galt?
To live comfortably in Galt, California, a minimum annual income of $95,760 for a family, and $55,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Galt?
The cost of living in Galt, CA is relatively low compared to surrounding areas due to the rural nature of the city and small population. Despite this, Galt still has a variety of amenities such as grocery stores, restaurants, and other retail outlets that make it a desirable place to live. Housing prices are also quite affordable, with median home values around $228,000. The average price per square foot is significantly lower than many nearby cities at just $189 per square foot, making Galt an attractive option for those looking to purchase or rent housing in the area. With a low cost of living and close proximity to larger cities like Sacramento and Stockton, Galt offers plenty of opportunities for those seeking an affordable place to call home in California.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGaltCaliforniaUnited States
  127.2149.9100.0
  105.2105.1100
  104.298.3100.0
  166.0234.8100.0
  $499,200$733,500$338,100
  101.4%102.4%100.0%
  126.3133.1100.0
  128.8118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

small vs. Large. Can you compare? Single out what is best? How about, no traffic, here to there under 5 minutes, knowing your neighbors, and just the feel of  More

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Galt has turned into a bedroom community for larger valley cities. The cost of a home is considerably less than Elk Grove or Lodi. However, there are not a lot of  More

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Over 18 years ago

Love all 4 seasons,the coast rivers,lakes,and all the  More

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