Cost of Living in Cowan, CA

With a cost of living index of 102, Cowan, 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. Cowan is a small community of 497 residents.

The median household income in Cowan is $80,101, which is 7% higher than the national median of $75,149.

Everyday prices in the Modesto, 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.