Cost of Living in Santa Maria, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
151.5
100 = national avg
+51.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$66,656
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$157,550
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing212.3
Food114.7
Transportation108.5
Healthcare111.7
Utilities131.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,746
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,124
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Maria is 151.5, which is 51.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 212.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $66,656 per year to cover basic expenses.