Cost of Living in Long Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.7
100 = national avg
+72.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,010
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,659
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing265.6
Food114.2
Transportation120.8
Healthcare111.3
Utilities141.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in Long Beach is 172.7, which is 72.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 265.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,010 per year to cover basic expenses.