Hacienda Heights, CA vs Torrance, CA

Hacienda Heights is moderately more affordable than Torrance, with a 10.5% lower cost of living index. Hacienda Heights scores 172 compared to 192 for Torrance, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Torrance can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hacienda Heights is $2,247/month compared to $2,214/month in Torrance — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Torrance has cheaper rent, Hacienda Heights actually has lower median home values ($778,700 vs $1,036,600).

Median household income in Hacienda Heights is $106,620 compared to $113,105 in Torrance (-5.7%). The higher salaries in Torrance partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hacienda Heights spend roughly 25.3% of their income on rent, more than the 23.5% in Torrance.

Climate-wise, Hacienda Heights is notably warmer with an average of 66.2°F compared to 63°F in Torrance. Torrance receives more rainfall at 13.6" per year compared to 11.9" in Hacienda Heights.