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Cost of Living in Nicolaus, CA

Population: 93 | California

126
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Nicolaus is 26% more expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
200
Home Values
104
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Nicolaus, CA: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 126, Nicolaus, CA is a notably expensive place to live. Living here is 26% more expensive than the national average and 17% below the California state average of 144. Nicolaus is a small community of 93 residents.

The median household income in Nicolaus is $108,750, which is 45% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Nicolaus. The area sees an average annual temperature of 61.2°F, with summers averaging 75°F and winters around 48°F. Annual rainfall totals 18 inches spread over roughly 70 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

Everyday prices in the Yuba City, 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$108,750
vs US Median ($75,149)
+45%

Housing

Median Home Value
$609,400
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$995/mo

Everyday Prices in Nicolaus

BLS Average Prices for the Yuba City, CA (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$3.22
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
+5% vs US
🥚
$2.62
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
+5% vs US
🥛
$4.22
Milk (whole)
per gallon
+5% vs US
🍞
$1.94
Bread (white)
per lb
+5% vs US
🍗
$4.35
Chicken breast
per lb
+5% vs US
$0.28
Electricity
per kWh
+49% vs US

Climate in Nicolaus

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

61.2°F
Avg Temperature
18"
Rainfall / Year
70d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 55 60 66 72 81 89 94 92 89 79 64 55
Avg °F 47 50 54 59 66 73 76 75 72 64 53 46
Low °F 38 40 43 46 52 56 59 58 55 48 41 37
Rain" 3.7 3.5 2.6 1.2 0.6 0.2 0.0 0.1 0.1 0.8 1.8 3.3

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