Chino, CA vs Lawndale, CA

Chino, CA and Lawndale, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Chino scores 157 while Lawndale scores 156 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 $1,847/month in Lawndale — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lawndale has cheaper rent, Chino actually has lower median home values ($641,500 vs $726,000).

Median household income in Chino is $103,845 compared to $83,538 in Lawndale (+24.3%). While Chino 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, less than the 26.5% in Lawndale.