Vista, CA Cost of Living


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Vista cost of living score
154.9
More expensive
54.9% higher
than the US average
3.3% higher
than the California average
Vista, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 154.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 54.9% higher than the U.S. average and 3.3% lower than the average for California.

Vista, CA

Housing costs in Vista?
A typical home costs $796,900, which is 135.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 8.6% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Vista costs $2,390 per month, which is 67.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 10.0% more than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Vista?
To live comfortably in Vista, California, a minimum annual income of $152,640 for a family, and $74,800 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Vista?
Vista delivers up an appealing choice for those searching economical living solutions somewhere in California's North San Diego County with median property values standing firmly around $483K and renting normally arrives near by approximately two thirds that amount as standard - both much lower compared to some other nearby towns like Escondido or Carlsbad situated further down south. Grocery stores likewise remain mostly equal with United States figures thanks largely to local taxes & regulations while sales tax stays unaltered at 8%.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesVistaCaliforniaUnited States
  154.9149.9100.0
  108.1105.1100
  89.098.3100.0
  236.6234.8100.0
  $796,900$733,500$338,100
  101.5%102.4%100.0%
  120.9133.1100.0
  153.9118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 3 years ago

I bought a house in Vista, CA, and lived there since 2013-2017. My kids and I loved that area (Shadow Ridge). People are friendly, down-to-earth, not snobby. I would  More

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I've lived here 3 years and it has an unbeatable climate. Close to everything you could want. A renovated downtown and access to mass transit. Very nice place, friendly  More

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Truly a hidden gem - I was nervous after first moving since it seemed far from San Diego, but my concerns have been fully alleviated in just a couple months of time in  More

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