Cost of Living in Colusa, CA

With a cost of living index of 102, Colusa, CA is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 2% more expensive than the national average and 42% below the California state average of 144. Colusa is a smaller community of 6,439 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Colusa's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,130 (14% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $357,400 (17% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.2x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Colusa is $68,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

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.