Cost of Living in St. Helena, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
273.9
100 = national avg
+173.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$120,504
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$284,827
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food170.9
Transportation241.9
Healthcare156.7
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,113
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,773
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Helena is 273.9, which is 173.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $120,504 per year to cover basic expenses.