Cost of Living in Seaside, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
178.0
100 = national avg
+78.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,318
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$185,115
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing279.8
Food112.9
Transportation125.8
Healthcare110.3
Utilities143.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,232
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,684
per month
The overall cost of living index in Seaside is 178.0, which is 78.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 279.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,318 per year to cover basic expenses.