Buellton, CA vs Cherryland, CA

Buellton, CA and Cherryland, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Buellton scores 164 while Cherryland scores 159 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 Buellton is $2,196/month compared to $2,109/month in Cherryland — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cherryland is more affordable at $654,200 median vs $704,200.

Median household income in Buellton is $96,028 compared to $84,858 in Cherryland (+13.2%). While Buellton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Buellton spend roughly 27.4% of their income on rent, less than the 29.8% in Cherryland.