Cost of Living in Stanford, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
214.6
100 = national avg
+114.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$94,407
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$223,143
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food104.0
Transportation108.0
Healthcare103.2
Utilities162.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,982
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,483
per month
The overall cost of living index in Stanford is 214.6, which is 114.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $94,407 per year to cover basic expenses.