Alhambra, CA vs Walnut, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Alhambra is 24% cheaper than Walnut. With a cost index of 163 vs 215, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Alhambra to Walnut should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Alhambra is $1,852/month compared to $3,120/month in Walnut — a 41% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Alhambra is more affordable at $812,700 median vs $972,500.

Median household income in Alhambra is $85,189 compared to $133,762 in Walnut (-36.3%). While Walnut is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alhambra spend roughly 26.1% of their income on rent, less than the 28% in Walnut.