Cost of Living in Manhattan Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
296.5
100 = national avg
+196.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$130,465
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$308,372
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food198.2
Transportation296.4
Healthcare178.6
Utilities200.0
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 Manhattan Beach is 296.5, which is 196.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $130,465 per year to cover basic expenses.