F
20%
Overall NAT. AVG.
10%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
30%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index San Gorgonio San Bernardino California
Cost of living120124141
Groceries110110111
Health care116117116
Housing130137197
Transportation118119118
Utilities117119119
Lifestyle & Entertainment115123120
Household Items112114111
Education & Childcare130133127
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in San Gorgonio is 15% lower than the San Bernardino average
  • The cost of living in San Gorgonio is 20% higher than the national average
  • San Gorgonio housing is 30% higher than the national average
  • California general sales tax is 42% higher than the national average
  • California state income tax is 61% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Household$70,729$5,894$1,650$2,122

      California Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      California 7.25% 10.5%

      California Income Tax

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      California 1% 13.3%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.