Cost of Living in Ontario, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
160.8
100 = national avg
+60.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,757
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$167,244
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing232.4
Food113.3
Transportation126.6
Healthcare110.6
Utilities134.5
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 Ontario is 160.8, which is 60.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 232.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,757 per year to cover basic expenses.