Hawthorne, CA vs Ontario, CA

Ontario is moderately more affordable than Hawthorne, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Hawthorne scores 159 compared to 142 for Ontario, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hawthorne can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hawthorne is $1,723/month compared to $1,916/month in Ontario — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hawthorne has cheaper rent, Ontario actually has lower median home values ($568,000 vs $813,700).

Median household income in Hawthorne is $72,719 compared to $82,806 in Ontario (-12.2%). Ontario offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hawthorne spend roughly 28.4% of their income on rent, more than the 27.8% in Ontario.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64.5°F vs 66.8°F). Hawthorne receives more rainfall at 11.8" per year compared to 11.6" in Ontario.