Cost of Living in Laguna Woods, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
139.0
100 = national avg
+39.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$61,158
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$144,555
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing214.9
Food96.0
Transportation92.1
Healthcare96.8
Utilities120.6
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 Laguna Woods is 139.0, which is 39.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 214.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $61,158 per year to cover basic expenses.