Cost of Living in Fairfax, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
106.9
100 = national avg
+6.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,043
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,193
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing146.4
Food88.5
Transportation76.9
Healthcare90.8
Utilities102.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,140
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fairfax is 106.9, which is 6.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 146.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,043 per year to cover basic expenses.