Cost of Living in Benicia, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
205.9
100 = national avg
+105.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,607
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,161
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing296.4
Food145.6
Transportation142.4
Healthcare136.5
Utilities166.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,705
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,178
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benicia is 205.9, which is 105.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 296.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,607 per year to cover basic expenses.