Chino, CA vs Lathrop, CA

Chino, CA and Lathrop, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Chino scores 157 while Lathrop scores 159 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 Chino is $2,208/month compared to $2,367/month in Lathrop — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chino has cheaper rent, Lathrop actually has lower median home values ($605,000 vs $641,500).

Median household income in Chino is $103,845 compared to $118,605 in Lathrop (-12.4%). While Lathrop is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chino spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, more than the 23.9% in Lathrop.