Cost of Living in Arcadia, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
245.5
100 = national avg
+145.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,023
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$255,326
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food138.8
Transportation177.5
Healthcare131.0
Utilities183.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arcadia is 245.5, which is 145.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,023 per year to cover basic expenses.