Isla Vista, CA Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Isla Vista, California?
$23,790 / month
for a family, 340.6% more expensive than the national average A total of $285,480 for the year for a family.
$9,533 / month
for a single person, 100.0% more expensive than the national average A total of $114,400 for the year for a single person.

Isla Vista cost of living score
154.7
More expensive
54.7% higher
than the US average
3.2% higher
than the California average
Isla Vista, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 154.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 54.7% higher than the U.S. average and 3.2% lower than the average for California.

Isla Vista, CA

Housing costs in Isla Vista?
A typical home costs $1,489,400, which is 340.5% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 103.1% more expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Isla Vista costs $3,250 per month, which is 127.3% more than the national average of $1,430 and 33.8% more than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Isla Vista?
To live comfortably in Isla Vista, California, a minimum annual income of $285,480 for a family, and $114,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Isla Vista?
The cost of living in Isla Vista, CA is relatively high compared to other areas of the state. The median home price in this area is $717,300, which is nearly double the statewide median. Renters can expect to pay approximately $2,000 a month for a one-bedroom apartment and $3,500 a month for a two-bedroom apartment. Groceries and other necessities are also more expensive than average in Isla Vista. In addition to higher rent and cost of goods, residents should also factor in the sales tax rate (7.75%) when making budgeting decisions. Fortunately, the city provides plenty of job opportunities and entertainment options that make the cost of living worth it.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesIsla VistaCaliforniaUnited States
    Unlock149.9100.0
  111.1  Unlock100.0
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  405.3  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$733,500$338,100
  94.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock133.1100.0
  142.5  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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