Cost of Living in El Segundo, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
254.3
100 = national avg
+154.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,888
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$264,462
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food164.0
Transportation136.9
Healthcare151.2
Utilities198.4
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 El Segundo is 254.3, which is 154.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,888 per year to cover basic expenses.