Cost of Living in Fullerton, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
198.6
100 = national avg
+98.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$87,392
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$206,564
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing305.2
Food129.7
Transportation134.5
Healthcare123.7
Utilities158.8
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 Fullerton is 198.6, which is 98.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 305.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $87,392 per year to cover basic expenses.