Chino Hills, CA vs Glendale, CA

Chino Hills, CA and Glendale, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.1% difference in their overall index. Chino Hills scores 189 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 Chino Hills is $2,750/month compared to $2,095/month in Glendale — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glendale has cheaper rent, Chino Hills actually has lower median home values ($830,000 vs $1,043,900).

Median household income in Chino Hills is $122,600 compared to $84,262 in Glendale (+45.5%). Chino Hills 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 Hills spend roughly 26.9% of their income on rent, less than the 29.8% in Glendale.