Cost of Living in Murrieta, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
195.2
100 = national avg
+95.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,892
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$203,017
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing275.8
Food133.9
Transportation167.8
Healthcare127.1
Utilities155.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,777
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,201
per month
The overall cost of living index in Murrieta is 195.2, which is 95.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 275.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,892 per year to cover basic expenses.