Cost of Living in Thousand Oaks, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
230.6
100 = national avg
+130.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$101,482
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$239,867
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing354.9
Food152.7
Transportation134.9
Healthcare142.2
Utilities182.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,250
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,693
per month
The overall cost of living index in Thousand Oaks is 230.6, which is 130.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 354.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $101,482 per year to cover basic expenses.