Cost of Living in Los Alamos, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
177.1
100 = national avg
+77.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,934
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,209
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing330.0
Food91.0
Transportation82.0
Healthcare92.8
Utilities140.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Los Alamos is 177.1, which is 77.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 330.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,934 per year to cover basic expenses.