Cost of Living in Mission Viejo, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
233.4
100 = national avg
+133.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$102,681
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$242,700
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing357.3
Food154.0
Transportation142.1
Healthcare143.2
Utilities183.9
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 Mission Viejo is 233.4, which is 133.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 357.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $102,681 per year to cover basic expenses.