Cost of Living in Petaluma, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
205.6
100 = national avg
+105.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,452
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$213,797
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing317.2
Food133.9
Transportation134.4
Healthcare127.2
Utilities163.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,827
per month
The overall cost of living index in Petaluma is 205.6, which is 105.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 317.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,452 per year to cover basic expenses.