Hollister, CA vs Los Osos, CA

Hollister, CA and Los Osos, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.3% difference in their overall index. Hollister scores 151 while Los Osos scores 156 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hollister is $1,846/month compared to $1,909/month in Los Osos — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hollister is more affordable at $679,300 median vs $728,000.

Median household income in Hollister is $101,979 compared to $103,504 in Los Osos (-1.5%). Los Osos does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hollister spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, less than the 22.1% in Los Osos.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (58.1°F vs 59.7°F). Los Osos receives more rainfall at 17.9" per year compared to 12.6" in Hollister.