Cost of Living in El Cajon, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
152.7
100 = national avg
+52.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$67,167
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$158,757
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing240.4
Food100.8
Transportation101.6
Healthcare100.6
Utilities128.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in El Cajon is 152.7, which is 52.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 240.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $67,167 per year to cover basic expenses.