Burbank, CA vs Temple City, CA

Temple City is moderately more affordable than Burbank, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Burbank scores 189 compared to 178 for Temple City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Burbank can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Burbank is $2,089/month compared to $2,034/month in Temple City — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Temple City is more affordable at $930,200 median vs $1,041,100.

Median household income in Burbank is $95,816 compared to $102,449 in Temple City (-6.5%). Temple City offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Burbank spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, more than the 23.8% in Temple City.