Lodi, CA vs Oakdale, CA

Oakdale is moderately more affordable than Lodi, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Lodi scores 124 compared to 117 for Oakdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lodi can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lodi is $1,565/month compared to $1,471/month in Oakdale — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oakdale is more affordable at $432,800 median vs $468,800.

Median household income in Lodi is $84,402 compared to $86,478 in Oakdale (-2.4%). Oakdale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lodi spend roughly 22.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.4% in Oakdale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63°F vs 63.1°F). Lodi receives more rainfall at 13.5" per year compared to 12.3" in Oakdale.