Cost of Living in Buena Park, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
193.8
100 = national avg
+93.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,265
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$201,535
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing286.5
Food132.7
Transportation136.7
Healthcare126.2
Utilities156.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Buena Park is 193.8, which is 93.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 286.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,265 per year to cover basic expenses.