Camarillo, CA vs San Fernando, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. San Fernando is 27.8% cheaper than Camarillo. With a cost index of 143 vs 183, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from San Fernando to Camarillo should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Camarillo is $2,650/month compared to $1,690/month in San Fernando — a 57% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: San Fernando is more affordable at $630,700 median vs $766,100.

Median household income in Camarillo is $109,390 compared to $79,694 in San Fernando (+37.3%). While Camarillo is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Camarillo spend roughly 29.1% of their income on rent, more than the 25.4% in San Fernando.