Cost of Living in Arroyo Grande, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
189.9
100 = national avg
+89.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$83,569
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$197,527
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing273.5
Food128.9
Transportation157.8
Healthcare123.1
Utilities152.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,914
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,512
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arroyo Grande is 189.9, which is 89.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 273.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $83,569 per year to cover basic expenses.