Cost of Living in Castro Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
242.4
100 = national avg
+142.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$106,674
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$252,138
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing372.7
Food155.5
Transportation158.5
Healthcare144.4
Utilities187.9
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 Castro Valley is 242.4, which is 142.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 372.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $106,674 per year to cover basic expenses.