Cost of Living in Oceanside, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
182.9
100 = national avg
+82.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,480
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$190,225
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.3
Food121.6
Transportation125.4
Healthcare117.3
Utilities148.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Oceanside is 182.9, which is 82.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,480 per year to cover basic expenses.