Bermuda Dunes, CA vs Oakdale, CA

Oakdale is moderately more affordable than Bermuda Dunes, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Bermuda Dunes scores 133 compared to 117 for Oakdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bermuda Dunes can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bermuda Dunes is $1,774/month compared to $1,471/month in Oakdale — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oakdale is more affordable at $432,800 median vs $509,100.

Median household income in Bermuda Dunes is $93,819 compared to $86,478 in Oakdale (+8.5%). The higher salaries in Bermuda Dunes partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Bermuda Dunes spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in Oakdale.