Colton, CA vs Pomona, CA

Colton is moderately more affordable than Pomona, with a 14% lower cost of living index. Colton scores 120 compared to 140 for Pomona, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pomona can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Colton is $1,608/month compared to $1,738/month in Pomona — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Colton is more affordable at $411,100 median vs $569,600.

Median household income in Colton is $69,581 compared to $78,869 in Pomona (-11.8%). The higher salaries in Pomona partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Colton spend roughly 27.7% of their income on rent, more than the 26.4% in Pomona.