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Cost of Living in Chico, CA

Population: 102,032 | California

118
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Chico is 18% more expensive than the national average.

109
Housing
149
Home Values
105
Regional Price

Income

Median Household Income
$67,929
vs US Median ($75,149)
-10%

Housing

Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Median Home Value
$455,300
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$1,506/mo

Everyday Prices in Chico

BLS Average Prices for the Chico, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.22
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
+5% vs US
🥚
$2.62
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
+5% vs US
🥛
$4.22
Milk (whole)
per gallon
+5% vs US
🍞
$1.94
Bread (white)
per lb
+5% vs US
🍗
$4.35
Chicken breast
per lb
+5% vs US
$0.29
Electricity
per kWh
+52% vs US

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