Cost of Living in Santa Ana, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
172.5
100 = national avg
+72.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$75,882
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$179,358
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing253.7
Food117.5
Transportation135.1
Healthcare114.0
Utilities141.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,236
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Ana is 172.5, which is 72.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 253.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $75,882 per year to cover basic expenses.