Cost of Living in Imperial Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
174.1
100 = national avg
+74.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,599
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$181,051
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing277.1
Food110.4
Transportation115.9
Healthcare108.3
Utilities141.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Imperial Beach is 174.1, which is 74.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 277.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,599 per year to cover basic expenses.