Cost of Living in Campo, CA

With a cost of living index of 124, Campo, CA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 24% more expensive than the national average and 20% below the California state average of 144. Campo is a small community of 2,739 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Campo's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,890 (43% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $337,500 (11% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.5x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Campo is $61,538, which is 18% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 37% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Everyday prices in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, 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.