United States
Cost of Living in San Diego, CA
Monthly Total
$5,124
$89,670
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$3,008
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$71
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
$3,008
$52,640
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$309
$5,408
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$228
$3,990
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$288
$5,040
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$374
$6,545
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$439
$7,683
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$88
$1,540
Monthly Total
$5,124
$89,670
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