Cost of Living in Golden Hills, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
141.6
100 = national avg
+41.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,304
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$147,264
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing158.7
Food122.3
Transportation144.7
Healthcare117.9
Utilities125.1
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 Golden Hills is 141.6, which is 41.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 158.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,304 per year to cover basic expenses.