Avila Beach, CA vs Lincoln Village, CA

The cost of living difference between Avila Beach, CA and Lincoln Village, CA is dramatic. Lincoln Village is 61.6% cheaper than Avila Beach, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Avila Beach has a cost index of 207 while Lincoln Village sits at 128, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Avila Beach is $2,177/month compared to $1,725/month in Lincoln Village — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln Village is more affordable at $466,500 median vs $1,247,300.

Median household income in Avila Beach is $185,363 compared to $88,305 in Lincoln Village (+109.9%). While Avila Beach is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Avila Beach spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 23.4% in Lincoln Village.