Cost of Living in Kings Beach, CA

With a cost of living index of 132, Kings Beach, CA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 32% more expensive than the national average and 12% below the California state average of 144. Kings Beach is a small community of 2,493 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Kings Beach's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,245 (6% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $680,200 (123% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 12.6x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Kings Beach is $53,964, which is 28% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 28% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Kings Beach. The area sees an average annual temperature of 55°F, with summers averaging 74°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 7.4 inches spread over roughly 51 days.

Everyday prices in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.