Cost of Living in East Quincy, CA

With a cost of living index of 106, East Quincy, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 6% more expensive than the national average and 37% below the California state average of 144. East Quincy is a small community of 2,198 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in East Quincy's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,423 (8% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $303,200 (1% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.2x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in East Quincy is $71,591, which is 5% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to East Quincy. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.2°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 40°F. Annual rainfall totals 62.4 inches spread over roughly 90 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.