Cost of Living in Rancho San Diego, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
219.1
100 = national avg
+119.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$96,383
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$227,815
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing324.3
Food140.5
Transportation181.0
Healthcare132.4
Utilities169.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rancho San Diego is 219.1, which is 119.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 324.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $96,383 per year to cover basic expenses.