Cost of Living in El Cerrito, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
240.7
100 = national avg
+140.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$105,887
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$250,279
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing387.2
Food147.4
Transportation142.8
Healthcare137.9
Utilities185.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in El Cerrito is 240.7, which is 140.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 387.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $105,887 per year to cover basic expenses.