Cost of Living in La Selva Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
274.4
100 = national avg
+174.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$120,748
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$285,405
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food171.6
Transportation243.2
Healthcare157.3
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$3,298
per month
2 Bedroom
$4,214
per month
The overall cost of living index in La Selva Beach is 274.4, which is 174.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $120,748 per year to cover basic expenses.