Cost of Living in Costa Mesa, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
218.8
100 = national avg
+118.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,281
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$227,573
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing360.6
Food134.1
Transportation115.1
Healthcare127.3
Utilities172.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Costa Mesa is 218.8, which is 118.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 360.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,281 per year to cover basic expenses.