Cost of Living in Vista, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
178.2
100 = national avg
+78.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,397
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$185,301
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing271.5
Food120.2
Transportation118.6
Healthcare116.2
Utilities146.4
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 Vista is 178.2, which is 78.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 271.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,397 per year to cover basic expenses.