Cost of Living in Sunnyvale, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
270.7
100 = national avg
+170.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$119,109
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$281,531
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food189.0
Transportation156.9
Healthcare171.2
Utilities200.0
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 Sunnyvale is 270.7, which is 170.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $119,109 per year to cover basic expenses.