🇺🇸 Cost of Living in Los Angeles
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$4,018/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Los Angeles vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Los Angeles?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $4,018/month in Los Angeles, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $4,932/month.
What is the average salary in Los Angeles?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Los Angeles is about $3,948, according to Numbeo data.
Is Los Angeles expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Honolulu ($3,936/mo), Miami ($4,153/mo), Seattle ($3,728/mo), Chicago ($3,365/mo), San Francisco ($4,625/mo). Los Angeles comes in at $4,018/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.