Lake of the Pines, CA vs Temelec, CA

Lake of the Pines is moderately more affordable than Temelec, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Lake of the Pines scores 174 compared to 186 for Temelec, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Temelec can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lake of the Pines is $2,741/month compared to $3,070/month in Temelec — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lake of the Pines is more affordable at $639,400 median vs $658,600.

Median household income in Lake of the Pines is $118,661 compared to $73,654 in Temelec (+61.1%). Lake of the Pines offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lake of the Pines spend roughly 27.7% of their income on rent, less than the 50% in Temelec. The Lake of the Pines ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, Temelec is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.2°F in Lake of the Pines. Lake of the Pines receives more rainfall at 62.4" per year compared to 20.2" in Temelec.