Cost of Living in Rancho Mission Viejo, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
288.4
100 = national avg
+188.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$126,894
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$299,931
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food188.4
Transportation276.9
Healthcare170.7
Utilities200.0
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 Rancho Mission Viejo is 288.4, which is 188.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $126,894 per year to cover basic expenses.