Cost of Living in Scotts Valley, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
239.0
100 = national avg
+139.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$105,143
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$248,520
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing368.7
Food157.7
Transportation136.7
Healthcare146.1
Utilities188.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$3,298
per month
2 Bedroom
$4,214
per month
The overall cost of living index in Scotts Valley is 239.0, which is 139.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 368.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $105,143 per year to cover basic expenses.