Cost of Living in Mill Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
304.3
100 = national avg
+204.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$133,913
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$316,523
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food200.0
Transportation318.7
Healthcare187.5
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mill Valley is 304.3, which is 204.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $133,913 per year to cover basic expenses.