Loomis, CA vs Piru, CA

Piru is moderately more affordable than Loomis, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Loomis scores 144 compared to 132 for Piru, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Loomis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Loomis is $1,741/month compared to $1,452/month in Piru — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Piru is more affordable at $586,400 median vs $649,800.

Median household income in Loomis is $103,435 compared to $96,765 in Piru (+6.9%). The higher salaries in Loomis partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Loomis spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Piru.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.4°F vs 62.5°F). Loomis receives more rainfall at 19.2" per year compared to 12" in Piru.