Cost of Living in Pajaro, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
164.4
100 = national avg
+64.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,352
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$171,013
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing243.5
Food112.7
Transportation125.5
Healthcare110.2
Utilities136.3
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 Pajaro is 164.4, which is 64.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 243.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,352 per year to cover basic expenses.