Apple Valley, CA vs Eureka, CA

Eureka is moderately more affordable than Apple Valley, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Apple Valley scores 110 compared to 104 for Eureka, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Apple Valley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Apple Valley is $1,373/month compared to $1,157/month in Eureka — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Eureka is more affordable at $375,800 median vs $377,300.

Median household income in Apple Valley is $65,926 compared to $60,253 in Eureka (+9.4%). While Apple Valley is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Apple Valley spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 23% in Eureka.