Cost of Living in San Francisco, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
252.5
100 = national avg
+152.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,083
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$262,560
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food158.1
Transportation147.8
Healthcare146.5
Utilities194.9
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 Francisco is 252.5, which is 152.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,083 per year to cover basic expenses.