Cost of Living in Santa Rosa, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
184.9
100 = national avg
+84.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$81,354
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$192,292
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing270.6
Food124.5
Transportation148.9
Healthcare119.6
Utilities148.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,155
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,827
per month
The overall cost of living index in Santa Rosa is 184.9, which is 84.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 270.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $81,354 per year to cover basic expenses.