Davis, CA vs Ontario, CA

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Ontario is 18.2% cheaper than Davis. With a cost index of 142 vs 168, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Ontario to Davis should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Davis is $2,043/month compared to $1,916/month in Ontario — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ontario is more affordable at $568,000 median vs $829,000.

Median household income in Davis is $87,421 compared to $82,806 in Ontario (+5.6%). Davis does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Davis spend roughly 28% of their income on rent, more than the 27.8% in Ontario.