Cost of Living in Cerritos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
244.1
100 = national avg
+144.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$107,383
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$253,815
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing363.3
Food152.4
Transportation204.8
Healthcare141.9
Utilities184.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cerritos is 244.1, which is 144.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 363.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $107,383 per year to cover basic expenses.