Cost of Living in Emeryville, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
206.3
100 = national avg
+106.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,780
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,571
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing309.4
Food142.0
Transportation127.3
Healthcare133.6
Utilities167.0
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 Emeryville is 206.3, which is 106.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 309.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,780 per year to cover basic expenses.