Cost of Living in San Benito County, CA

Modeled annual cost: $82,493.

Median family income: $118,578.

Affordability Snapshot

CA County Median

$58,396

State Rank

8thMost expensive counties in CA out of 58See California county rankings

Median Income

$118,578

Location Type

Metro

Biggest category:

Housing is the biggest expense in San Benito County, CA.

$21,588 per year.

Cost breakdown

Total

$82,493

Per year

  • Housing:$21,588
  • Taxes:$20,734
  • Transport:$15,933
  • Healthcare:$10,642
  • Other Costs:$8,336
  • Food:$5,262
  • Childcare:$0

* Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding.

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Cost of Living in San Benito County, CA (2026)