Compton, CA vs Lathrop, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Compton is 16% cheaper than Lathrop. With a cost index of 134 vs 159, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Compton to Lathrop should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Compton is $1,601/month compared to $2,367/month in Lathrop — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Compton is more affordable at $546,700 median vs $605,000.

Median household income in Compton is $74,270 compared to $118,605 in Lathrop (-37.4%). 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 Compton spend roughly 25.9% of their income on rent, more than the 23.9% in Lathrop.