Murphys, CA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Murphys, California?
$7,980 / month
for a family, 47.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $95,760 for the year for a family.
$3,767 / month
for a single person, 21.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $45,200 for the year for a single person.

Murphys cost of living score
120.4
More expensive
20.4% higher
than the US average
19.7% lower
than the California average
Murphys, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 120.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 20.4% higher than the U.S. average and 19.7% higher than the average for California.

Murphys, CA

Housing costs in Murphys?
A typical home costs $499,700, which is 47.8% 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 Murphys costs $1,410 per month, which is 1.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 52.5% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Murphys?
To live comfortably in Murphys, California, a minimum annual income of $95,760 for a family, and $45,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Murphys?
The cost of living in Murphys, CA is slightly higher than the national average due to its location and popularity as a tourist destination. However, it is still affordable compared to other nearby towns and cities. Rent prices are reasonable, with an average price for a two-bedroom apartment at around $1,400 per month. Groceries are also relatively inexpensive, with the average cost for a dozen eggs being just under $3. There are plenty of restaurants to choose from that offer reasonably priced meals. All in all, Murphys is an affordable place to live even with its slightly higher cost of living than the national average.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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    Unlock149.9100.0
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    Unlock$733,500$338,100
  111.4  Unlock100.0
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   100=National Average

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Over 17 years ago

First I should say that Murphys elevation is about 2000 feet despite what the info on this site says. The summers are hot! Very close to Central Valley of California  More

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Over 19 years ago

Murphys is a quaint little town with many activities within a short driving distance but the cost of living in this part of California is high. Many Bay area residents  More

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