Cost of Living in Kelseyville, CA

With a cost of living index of 92, Kelseyville, CA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 8% cheaper than the national average and 51% below the California state average of 144. Kelseyville is a small community of 4,204 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kelseyville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,136 (14% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $240,500 (21% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.5x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Kelseyville is $43,475, which is 42% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 31% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. 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 Kelseyville. The area sees an average annual temperature of 59.8°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 48°F. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches spread over roughly 86 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.