Cost of Living in Davis, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
184.5
100 = national avg
+84.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$81,183
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$191,886
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing300.6
Food116.8
Transportation102.4
Healthcare113.5
Utilities150.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,615
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,104
per month
The overall cost of living index in Davis is 184.5, which is 84.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 300.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $81,183 per year to cover basic expenses.