Cost of Living in Westmorland, CA

With a cost of living index of 78, Westmorland, CA is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 22% cheaper than the national average and 66% below the California state average of 144. Westmorland is a small community of 1,734 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Westmorland's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $817 (38% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $218,600 (28% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 7.6x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Westmorland is $28,929, which is 62% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 34% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the El Centro, 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.