Cost of Living in San Pablo, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
155.6
100 = national avg
+55.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$68,480
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$161,863
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing226.8
Food109.8
Transportation119.6
Healthcare107.8
Utilities131.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,385
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,912
per month
The overall cost of living index in San Pablo is 155.6, which is 55.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 226.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $68,480 per year to cover basic expenses.