Burbank, CA vs West Hollywood, CA

Burbank, CA and West Hollywood, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3% difference in their overall index. Burbank scores 189 while West Hollywood scores 183 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 Burbank is $2,089/month compared to $2,103/month in West Hollywood — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Burbank has cheaper rent, West Hollywood actually has lower median home values ($969,900 vs $1,041,100).

Median household income in Burbank is $95,816 compared to $94,844 in West Hollywood (+1%). Burbank does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Burbank spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, less than the 26.6% in West Hollywood.