Cost of Living in Pittsburg, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
183.3
100 = national avg
+83.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$80,668
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$190,669
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing258.8
Food127.3
Transportation156.7
Healthcare121.8
Utilities148.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pittsburg is 183.3, which is 83.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 258.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $80,668 per year to cover basic expenses.