Cost of Living in Watsonville, CA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
159.7
100 = national avg
+59.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,287
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$166,133
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing244.2
Food107.2
Transportation114.3
Healthcare105.7
Utilities133.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$3,298
per month
2 Bedroom
$4,214
per month
The overall cost of living index in Watsonville is 159.7, which is 59.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 244.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,287 per year to cover basic expenses.