Cost of Living in Los Angeles, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
181.4
100 = national avg
+81.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,836
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$188,702
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing294.4
Food111.4
Transportation118.6
Healthcare109.1
Utilities145.7
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 Los Angeles is 181.4, which is 81.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 294.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,836 per year to cover basic expenses.