Cost of Living in Alhambra Valley, CA

With a cost of living index of 179, Alhambra Valley, CA is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 79% more expensive than the national average and 35% above the California state average of 144. Alhambra Valley is a small community of 937 residents.

The median household income in Alhambra Valley is $202,024, which is 169% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Everyday prices in the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.