Cost of Living in Dorris, CA

With a cost of living index of 73, Dorris, CA is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 71% below the California state average of 144. Dorris is a small community of 810 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Dorris's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $822 (38% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $120,100 (61% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Dorris is $33,879, which is 55% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 29% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Dorris. The area sees an average annual temperature of 47.1°F, with summers averaging 64°F and winters around 32°F. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches spread over roughly 88 days.

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.