Cost of Living in Valley Center, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
186.2
100 = national avg
+86.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$81,918
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$193,623
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing238.8
Food139.1
Transportation178.3
Healthcare131.3
Utilities151.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,459
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,001
per month
The overall cost of living index in Valley Center is 186.2, which is 86.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 238.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $81,918 per year to cover basic expenses.