Chino, CA vs Glendale, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Chino is 17% cheaper than Glendale. With a cost index of 157 vs 189, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Chino to Glendale should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chino is $2,208/month compared to $2,095/month in Glendale — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glendale has cheaper rent, Chino actually has lower median home values ($641,500 vs $1,043,900).

Median household income in Chino is $103,845 compared to $84,262 in Glendale (+23.2%). Chino offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chino spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, less than the 29.8% in Glendale.