Cost of Living in Goleta, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
217.4
100 = national avg
+117.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$95,677
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$226,147
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing347.6
Food140.2
Transportation114.1
Healthcare132.2
Utilities173.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Goleta is 217.4, which is 117.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 347.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $95,677 per year to cover basic expenses.