Anaheim, CA vs Ontario, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ontario is 17.1% cheaper than Anaheim. With a cost index of 142 vs 167, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ontario to Anaheim should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Anaheim is $2,082/month compared to $1,916/month in Ontario — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ontario is more affordable at $568,000 median vs $771,700.

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $82,806 in Ontario (+9.4%). The higher salaries in Anaheim partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Anaheim spend roughly 27.6% of their income on rent, less than the 27.8% in Ontario.