Cost of Living in East Pasadena, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
213.7
100 = national avg
+113.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$94,035
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$222,265
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing333.3
Food130.8
Transportation161.6
Healthcare124.6
Utilities165.1
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 Pasadena is 213.7, which is 113.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 333.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $94,035 per year to cover basic expenses.