Cost of Living in Mountain View, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
162.1
100 = national avg
+62.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$71,313
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$168,557
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing233.1
Food114.8
Transportation127.3
Healthcare111.9
Utilities135.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountain View is 162.1, which is 62.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 233.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $71,313 per year to cover basic expenses.