Hawaiian Gardens, CA vs Pacheco, CA

Pacheco is moderately more affordable than Hawaiian Gardens, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Hawaiian Gardens scores 133 compared to 125 for Pacheco, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hawaiian Gardens can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawaiian Gardens is $1,696/month compared to $1,984/month in Pacheco — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hawaiian Gardens has cheaper rent, Pacheco actually has lower median home values ($283,600 vs $509,600).

Median household income in Hawaiian Gardens is $76,025 compared to $100,152 in Pacheco (-24.1%). Pacheco offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hawaiian Gardens spend roughly 26.8% of their income on rent, more than the 23.8% in Pacheco.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64.9°F vs 62°F). Pacheco receives more rainfall at 16.1" per year compared to 12" in Hawaiian Gardens.