Cost of Living in Eastern Goleta Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
245.7
100 = national avg
+145.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$108,128
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$255,575
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food154.6
Transportation116.9
Healthcare143.7
Utilities192.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Eastern Goleta Valley is 245.7, which is 145.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $108,128 per year to cover basic expenses.