Cost of Living in Monrovia, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
194.6
100 = national avg
+94.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,619
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$202,372
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing305.7
Food124.2
Transportation128.0
Healthcare119.4
Utilities155.7
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 Monrovia is 194.6, which is 94.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 305.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,619 per year to cover basic expenses.