Cost of Living in San Bruno, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
248.8
100 = national avg
+148.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$109,456
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$258,714
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food153.9
Transportation139.6
Healthcare143.1
Utilities192.4
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 San Bruno is 248.8, which is 148.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $109,456 per year to cover basic expenses.