Anaheim, CA vs Pasadena, CA

Anaheim is moderately more affordable than Pasadena, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Anaheim scores 167 compared to 193 for Pasadena, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pasadena 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 $2,218/month in Pasadena — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Anaheim is more affordable at $771,700 median vs $1,045,000.

Median household income in Anaheim is $90,583 compared to $103,778 in Pasadena (-12.7%). The higher salaries in Pasadena 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, more than the 25.6% in Pasadena.