Antioch, CA vs Chula Vista, CA

Antioch, CA and Chula Vista, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Antioch scores 159 while Chula Vista scores 160 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Antioch is $2,241/month compared to $2,122/month in Chula Vista — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chula Vista has cheaper rent, Antioch actually has lower median home values ($607,400 vs $697,400).

Median household income in Antioch is $94,256 compared to $105,173 in Chula Vista (-10.4%). While Chula Vista is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Antioch spend roughly 28.5% of their income on rent, more than the 24.2% in Chula Vista.