Cost of Living in East Los Angeles, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.2
100 = national avg
+43.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$63,014
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,942
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing211.4
Food102.3
Transportation104.5
Healthcare101.8
Utilities123.6
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 East Los Angeles is 143.2, which is 43.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 211.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $63,014 per year to cover basic expenses.