Cost of Living in Garberville, CA

With a cost of living index of 108, Garberville, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 8% more expensive than the national average and 35% below the California state average of 144. Garberville is a small community of 1,568 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Garberville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,185 (10% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $418,000 (37% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 11.1x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Garberville is $37,760, which is 50% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 38% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Garberville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.6°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 48°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 128 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.