Gustine, CA vs Parkwood, CA

Parkwood is moderately more affordable than Gustine, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Gustine scores 110 compared to 103 for Parkwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Gustine can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gustine is $1,345/month compared to $1,522/month in Parkwood — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gustine has cheaper rent, Parkwood actually has lower median home values ($250,000 vs $422,500).

Median household income in Gustine is $58,321 compared to $78,194 in Parkwood (-25.4%). Parkwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gustine spend roughly 27.7% of their income on rent, more than the 23.4% in Parkwood.

Climate-wise, Parkwood is notably warmer with an average of 63.3°F compared to 59.7°F in Gustine. Parkwood receives more rainfall at 10.8" per year compared to 10.5" in Gustine.