Citrus Heights, CA vs Ontario, CA

Citrus Heights is moderately more affordable than Ontario, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Citrus Heights scores 127 compared to 142 for Ontario, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ontario can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Citrus Heights is $1,764/month compared to $1,916/month in Ontario — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Citrus Heights is more affordable at $432,100 median vs $568,000.

Median household income in Citrus Heights is $77,167 compared to $82,806 in Ontario (-6.8%). The higher salaries in Ontario partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Citrus Heights spend roughly 27.4% of their income on rent, less than the 27.8% in Ontario.