Camarillo, CA vs Glendale, CA

Camarillo, CA and Glendale, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Camarillo scores 183 while Glendale scores 189 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 Camarillo is $2,650/month compared to $2,095/month in Glendale — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glendale has cheaper rent, Camarillo actually has lower median home values ($766,100 vs $1,043,900).

Median household income in Camarillo is $109,390 compared to $84,262 in Glendale (+29.8%). Camarillo offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Camarillo spend roughly 29.1% of their income on rent, less than the 29.8% in Glendale.