Cost of Living in Clearlake Oaks, CA

With a cost of living index of 96, Clearlake Oaks, CA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 48% below the California state average of 144. Clearlake Oaks is a small community of 2,174 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Clearlake Oaks's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,352 (3% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $206,000 (32% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.3x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Clearlake Oaks is $38,669, which is 49% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 42% of household income on rent. This is well above the 30% affordability threshold, indicating a significant housing cost burden for many residents.

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.