Cost of Living in Fountain Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
226.4
100 = national avg
+126.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$99,628
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$235,485
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing356.4
Food135.4
Transportation170.9
Healthcare128.4
Utilities172.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fountain Valley is 226.4, which is 126.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 356.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $99,628 per year to cover basic expenses.