Cypress, CA vs Orange, CA

Cypress, CA and Orange, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Cypress scores 186 while Orange scores 182 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 Cypress is $2,454/month compared to $2,252/month in Orange — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Orange has cheaper rent, Cypress actually has lower median home values ($870,100 vs $900,700).

Median household income in Cypress is $124,167 compared to $116,945 in Orange (+6.2%). While Cypress is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cypress spend roughly 23.7% of their income on rent, more than the 23.1% in Orange.