Cost of Living in South San Francisco, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
249.5
100 = national avg
+149.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$109,761
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$259,435
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food153.9
Transportation144.5
Healthcare143.1
Utilities192.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The overall cost of living index in South San Francisco is 249.5, which is 149.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $109,761 per year to cover basic expenses.