Cost of Living in Escondido, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
170.6
100 = national avg
+70.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,076
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$177,451
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing255.8
Food114.6
Transportation129.1
Healthcare111.7
Utilities139.9
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 Escondido is 170.6, which is 70.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 255.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,076 per year to cover basic expenses.