Cost of Living in Bombay Beach, CA

With a cost of living index of 83, Bombay Beach, CA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 17% cheaper than the national average and 61% below the California state average of 144. Bombay Beach is a small community of 313 residents.

The median household income in Bombay Beach is $25,968, which is 65% lower than the national median of $75,149. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the El Centro, 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.