Los Angeles

Entertainment capital with sprawling metro area. Expensive but strong job market and lifestyle appeal.

US - West Coast β€’ πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

1-Bed Rent

$2,400

per month

Median Salary

$58,000

per year

Afford Alone?

No βœ—

Challenging

Rent by Housing Type

Studio

$1,980

1-Bedroom

$2,400

Shared 2-Bed

$1,320

Coliving

$1,565

Shared House

$1,085

Monthly Budget (on $3,550 take-home)

Income$3,550
Needs (housing, food, transport)$2,950(83%)
Wants (dining, entertainment)$595(17%)
Savings$355(10%)
Remaining$-350

Most Affordable Areas

  • Long Beach
  • Ontario
  • Inland Empire

Most Expensive Areas

  • Beverly Hills
  • Pacific Palisades
  • Brentwood

About Los Angeles

  • Entertainment industry
  • Sprawling metro area
  • Sunny weather
  • Beach access

Average Monthly Costs (Moderate Lifestyle)

Groceries

$320

Dining Out

$260

Subscriptions

$65

Entertainment

$180

Personal Care

$90

Public Transport

$100

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San Francisco

$3,200/mo

San Diego

$2,300/mo

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