Cost of Living in Rio Dell, CA

With a cost of living index of 96, Rio Dell, CA is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 48% below the California state average of 144. Rio Dell is a small community of 3,371 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Rio Dell's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,057 (20% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $313,400 (3% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 6.8x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Rio Dell is $46,055, which is 39% 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 Rio Dell. 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.