Cost of Living in Hoopa, CA

With a cost of living index of 85, Hoopa, CA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 15% cheaper than the national average and 59% below the California state average of 144. Hoopa is a small community of 2,274 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Hoopa's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $841 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $253,500 (17% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.8x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Hoopa is $53,333, which is 29% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. 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 Hoopa. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.5°F, with summers averaging 57°F and winters around 48°F. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches spread over roughly 153 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.