Cost of Living in Mariposa, CA

With a cost of living index of 82, Mariposa, CA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 61% below the California state average of 144. Mariposa is a small community of 1,202 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Mariposa's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $629 (52% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $306,100 (0% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.8x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Mariposa is $52,661, which is 30% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% 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 Mariposa. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.5°F, with summers averaging 65°F and winters around 37°F. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches spread over roughly 71 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.