Cost of Living in Garden Grove, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
180.3
100 = national avg
+80.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,316
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$187,473
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing276.6
Food118.9
Transportation125.1
Healthcare115.1
Utilities146.7
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 Garden Grove is 180.3, which is 80.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 276.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,316 per year to cover basic expenses.