Cost of Living in Pleasant Hill, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
242.8
100 = national avg
+142.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$106,816
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$252,474
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing368.5
Food160.5
Transportation151.6
Healthcare148.4
Utilities190.0
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 Pleasant Hill is 242.8, which is 142.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 368.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $106,816 per year to cover basic expenses.