Cost of Living in Lemon Grove, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
162.0
100 = national avg
+62.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,285
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$168,491
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing242.1
Food110.6
Transportation121.2
Healthcare108.5
Utilities134.8
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 Lemon Grove is 162.0, which is 62.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 242.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,285 per year to cover basic expenses.