Cost of Living in Dana Point, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
253.1
100 = national avg
+153.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,346
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$263,182
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food147.3
Transportation194.5
Healthcare137.8
Utilities188.4
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 Dana Point is 253.1, which is 153.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,346 per year to cover basic expenses.