Cost of Living in Fremont, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
269.9
100 = national avg
+169.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$118,743
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$280,664
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food184.8
Transportation166.2
Healthcare167.8
Utilities200.0
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 Fremont is 269.9, which is 169.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $118,743 per year to cover basic expenses.