Cost of Living in Oakland, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
197.5
100 = national avg
+97.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,915
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$205,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing315.4
Food124.4
Transportation122.8
Healthcare119.5
Utilities157.7
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 Oakland is 197.5, which is 97.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 315.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,915 per year to cover basic expenses.