Cost of Living in Carpinteria, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
208.5
100 = national avg
+108.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$91,761
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$216,889
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing338.9
Food129.7
Transportation117.8
Healthcare123.7
Utilities165.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Carpinteria is 208.5, which is 108.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 338.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $91,761 per year to cover basic expenses.