Cost of Living in San Luis Obispo, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
174.0
100 = national avg
+74.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$76,547
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$180,930
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing297.5
Food101.0
Transportation102.0
Healthcare100.8
Utilities140.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,914
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,512
per month
The overall cost of living index in San Luis Obispo is 174.0, which is 74.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 297.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $76,547 per year to cover basic expenses.