Cost of Living in Daly City, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
231.6
100 = national avg
+131.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,909
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$240,876
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing372.7
Food141.4
Transportation142.0
Healthcare133.1
Utilities179.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The overall cost of living index in Daly City is 231.6, which is 131.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 372.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,909 per year to cover basic expenses.