Cost of Living in Los Alamitos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
211.7
100 = national avg
+111.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$93,149
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$220,172
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing341.0
Food125.3
Transportation150.6
Healthcare120.3
Utilities163.4
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 Los Alamitos is 211.7, which is 111.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 341.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $93,149 per year to cover basic expenses.