Ladera Ranch, CA vs Redondo Beach, CA

Ladera Ranch, CA and Redondo Beach, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Ladera Ranch scores 227 while Redondo Beach scores 218 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 Ladera Ranch is $3,331/month compared to $2,562/month in Redondo Beach — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Redondo Beach has cheaper rent, Ladera Ranch actually has lower median home values ($1,046,600 vs $1,225,400).

Median household income in Ladera Ranch is $184,257 compared to $144,588 in Redondo Beach (+27.4%). While Ladera Ranch is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ladera Ranch spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 21.3% in Redondo Beach.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64.9°F vs 63°F). Redondo Beach receives more rainfall at 13.6" per year compared to 11.2" in Ladera Ranch.