Covina, CA vs Fullerton, CA

Covina is moderately more affordable than Fullerton, with a 14% lower cost of living index. Covina scores 151 compared to 175 for Fullerton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fullerton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Covina is $1,839/month compared to $2,124/month in Fullerton — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Covina is more affordable at $666,000 median vs $859,600.

Median household income in Covina is $94,792 compared to $104,219 in Fullerton (-9%). The higher salaries in Fullerton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Covina spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, less than the 24.5% in Fullerton.