Cost of Living in Crescent City, CA

With a cost of living index of 96, Crescent City, 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. Crescent City is a smaller community of 6,180 residents, where everyday costs can differ substantially from nearby larger cities.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Crescent City's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,127 (15% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $290,500 (5% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.1x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Crescent City is $41,131, which is 45% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 33% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

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.