Cost of Living in Redwood City, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
255.9
100 = national avg
+155.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$112,613
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$266,175
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food165.3
Transportation142.8
Healthcare152.2
Utilities199.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The overall cost of living index in Redwood City is 255.9, which is 155.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $112,613 per year to cover basic expenses.