Cost of Living in South Pasadena, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
253.6
100 = national avg
+153.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$111,603
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$263,789
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food147.9
Transportation195.8
Healthcare138.3
Utilities188.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,085
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,601
per month
The overall cost of living index in South Pasadena is 253.6, which is 153.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $111,603 per year to cover basic expenses.