Cost of Living in Brentwood, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
230.4
100 = national avg
+130.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,373
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$239,608
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing330.8
Food156.7
Transportation177.0
Healthcare145.3
Utilities180.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brentwood is 230.4, which is 130.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 330.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,373 per year to cover basic expenses.