Anaheim, CA vs Glendale, CA

Anaheim is moderately more affordable than Glendale, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Anaheim scores 167 compared to 189 for Glendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glendale 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 $2,095/month in Glendale — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Anaheim is more affordable at $771,700 median vs $1,043,900.

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $84,262 in Glendale (+7.5%). Anaheim 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, less than the 29.8% in Glendale.