Cost of Living in Pismo Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
222.5
100 = national avg
+122.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$97,898
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$231,394
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing343.7
Food136.3
Transportation172.6
Healthcare129.0
Utilities170.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,914
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,512
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pismo Beach is 222.5, which is 122.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 343.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $97,898 per year to cover basic expenses.