Anaheim, CA vs Elk Grove, CA

Elk Grove is moderately more affordable than Anaheim, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Anaheim scores 167 compared to 154 for Elk Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Anaheim can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Anaheim is $2,082/month compared to $2,180/month in Elk Grove — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Anaheim has cheaper rent, Elk Grove actually has lower median home values ($603,400 vs $771,700).

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $122,229 in Elk Grove (-25.9%). Elk Grove offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Anaheim spend roughly 27.6% of their income on rent, more than the 21.4% in Elk Grove.