Cost of Living in Seal Beach, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
167.0
100 = national avg
+67.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$73,484
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$173,690
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing248.7
Food113.5
Transportation126.9
Healthcare110.8
Utilities137.8
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 Seal Beach is 167.0, which is 67.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 248.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $73,484 per year to cover basic expenses.