Guadalupe, CA vs Loma Linda, CA

Guadalupe is moderately more affordable than Loma Linda, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Guadalupe scores 128 compared to 137 for Loma Linda, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Loma Linda can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Guadalupe is $1,674/month compared to $1,759/month in Loma Linda — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Guadalupe is more affordable at $452,100 median vs $557,800.

Median household income in Guadalupe is $71,048 compared to $82,824 in Loma Linda (-14.2%). While Loma Linda is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Guadalupe spend roughly 28.3% of their income on rent, more than the 25.5% in Loma Linda.

Climate-wise, Loma Linda is notably warmer with an average of 63.3°F compared to 58.6°F in Guadalupe. Guadalupe receives more rainfall at 13.3" per year compared to 10.7" in Loma Linda.