Lancaster, CA vs Pico Rivera, CA

Lancaster is moderately more affordable than Pico Rivera, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Lancaster scores 125 compared to 145 for Pico Rivera, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pico Rivera can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lancaster is $1,696/month compared to $1,775/month in Pico Rivera — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lancaster is more affordable at $409,100 median vs $621,400.

Median household income in Lancaster is $76,083 compared to $86,956 in Pico Rivera (-12.5%). The higher salaries in Pico Rivera partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lancaster spend roughly 26.7% of their income on rent, more than the 24.5% in Pico Rivera.

Climate-wise, Pico Rivera is notably warmer with an average of 65.8°F compared to 62.1°F in Lancaster. Pico Rivera receives more rainfall at 14.3" per year compared to 6.8" in Lancaster.