Cost of Living in Orange County, CA

Modeled annual cost: $83,438.

Median family income: $128,689.

Biggest category:

Housing is the biggest expense in Orange County, CA.

$28,224 per year.

Cost breakdown

  • Housing: $28,224
  • Taxes: $21,106
  • Transport: $13,620
  • Other Costs: $10,181
  • Healthcare: $5,737
  • Food: $4,569
  • Childcare: $0

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$75,827

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