Cost of Living in East Palo Alto, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
218.1
100 = national avg
+118.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,982
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$226,866
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing362.1
Food130.1
Transportation122.5
Healthcare124.1
Utilities170.5
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 East Palo Alto is 218.1, which is 118.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 362.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,982 per year to cover basic expenses.