Cost of Living in Pacific Grove, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
227.9
100 = national avg
+127.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$100,279
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$237,024
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing371.9
Food130.7
Transportation161.4
Healthcare124.6
Utilities172.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,232
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,684
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pacific Grove is 227.9, which is 127.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 371.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $100,279 per year to cover basic expenses.