Cost of Living in Capitola, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
196.2
100 = national avg
+96.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,324
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$204,038
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing303.0
Food123.7
Transportation147.4
Healthcare119.0
Utilities154.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$3,298
per month
2 Bedroom
$4,214
per month
The overall cost of living index in Capitola is 196.2, which is 96.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 303.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,324 per year to cover basic expenses.