Cost of Living in Cayucos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
179.0
100 = national avg
+79.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,756
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$186,150
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing281.6
Food113.3
Transportation126.5
Healthcare110.6
Utilities144.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,914
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,512
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cayucos is 179.0, which is 79.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 281.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,756 per year to cover basic expenses.