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Cost of Living in California

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Jan 19, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in California is generally higher than the national average. The median cost of a nice 1 bedroom apartment in California is around $2,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost around $2,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in California is usually around $20 per person.

What are typical rental prices for expats in California?

"The cost of renting a nice one bedroom apartment in California can vary depending on location and amenities available. Generally, prices range from around $1,000 to $2,500 per month. For a nice two bedroom apartment in California, the rent is usually higher and can range from roughly $1,500 to $3,000 per month," mentioned one expat in California.

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Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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