Cost of Living in Pine Mountain Lake, CA

With a cost of living index of 115, Pine Mountain Lake, CA is somewhat more expensive than average. Living here is 15% more expensive than the national average and 29% below the California state average of 144. Pine Mountain Lake is a small community of 2,758 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Pine Mountain Lake's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,488 (13% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $381,000 (25% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 5.6x the median household income — a stretch for many buyers, though not uncommon in today's market.

The median household income in Pine Mountain Lake is $68,000, which is 10% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 26% 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 Pine Mountain Lake. 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.