United States
Cost of Living in Los Angeles, CA
Monthly Total
$4,705
$82,338
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,782
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$64
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,782
$48,685
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$283
$4,953
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$252
$4,410
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$300
$5,250
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$360
$6,300
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$319
$5,583
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$331
$5,793
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$78
$1,365
Monthly Total
$4,705
$82,338
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