Cost of Living in Manila, CA

With a cost of living index of 115, Manila, CA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 15% more expensive than the national average and 29% below the California state average of 144. Manila is a small community of 826 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Manila's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,444 (9% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $404,000 (33% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.9x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Manila is $58,950, which is 22% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 29% 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 Manila. 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.