Cost of Living in Placentia, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
206.6
100 = national avg
+106.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$90,898
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$214,850
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing318.6
Food134.5
Transportation135.7
Healthcare127.6
Utilities164.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Placentia is 206.6, which is 106.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 318.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $90,898 per year to cover basic expenses.