Cost of Living in Avalon, CA
Population 3,373 · California · Data vintage 2023
(100 = US avg)
Housing in Avalon sits 196% above the national median — $903,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $91,713 (23% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros. The labor market has been unusually tight, with unemployment around 0.0% — below most comparable cities in the state.
Geographically, Avalon is about 30 miles southwest of Huntington Beach, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 14% lower than Huntington Beach's $1 million.
Cost Overview
Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.
About the Cost of Living in Avalon
The median home value in Avalon is $902,800 — 196% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $2,087/month, 59% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $91,713/year is 23% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 0.0%, below the national average of 4.8%. California's top state income tax rate is 13.3% and the combined sales tax is 8.7%. The climate averages highs of 68.1°F and lows of 54.2°F. Overall, Avalon has a cost of living index of 241 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 141% more expensive.
Avalon has limited residential data
Detailed housing and income data is limited for this location. Here are the nearest cities with full cost of living data:
🏠 Housing
HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom
💰 Estimated Monthly Budget
Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.
🛒 Food & Groceries
National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.
🚗 Transportation
Commute Mode
⚡ Utilities
📋 Taxes
💼 Income & Employment
🎓 Education
👥 Demographics
🌤 Climate
NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 62 | 60 | 61 | 64 | 67 | 70 | 77 | 79 | 78 | 73 | 67 | 60 |
| Low °F | 50 | 49 | 49 | 50 | 52 | 55 | 59 | 62 | 63 | 58 | 54 | 49 |
| Precip" | 3.04 | 2.83 | 1.67 | 0.78 | 0.36 | 0.21 | 0.08 | 0.01 | 0.12 | 0.48 | 0.97 | 2.22 |
💨 Air Quality
EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of living in Avalon, CA?
Avalon has a cost index of 241 (100 = national average). It is 141% above the national average.
What is average rent in Avalon, CA?
The median gross rent in Avalon is $2,087 per month based on 2023 Census data.
What is the average home price in Avalon?
The median home value in Avalon is $902,800 according to Zillow and Census data.
What is the median income in Avalon?
The median household income in Avalon is $91,713 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).
What is the sales tax in Avalon, CA?
The combined state and local sales tax rate in Avalon is 8.7%. The California state income tax top rate is 13.3%.
Is Avalon, CA affordable?
Avalon is above average in cost of living, with an index of 241 — about 141% higher than the national average.
What is the weather like in Avalon?
Avalon has average high temperatures of 68.1°F and average lows of 54.2°F. Annual precipitation is 12.8". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
Avalon at a Glance
- Population
- 3,373
- Median Income
- $91,713
- Home Value
- $902,800
- Median Rent
- $2,087/mo
- Unemployment
- 0.0%
- Avg High Temp
- 68.1°F
- Sales Tax
- 8.7%
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