Cost of Living in Yountville, CA

With a cost of living index of 166, Yountville, CA is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 66% more expensive than the national average and 22% above the California state average of 144. Yountville is a small community of 3,396 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Yountville's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $2,144 (63% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $748,900 (146% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 9.4x the median household income — a challenging ratio that puts homeownership out of reach for many residents.

The median household income in Yountville is $79,696, which is 6% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened.

Everyday prices in the Napa, 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.