Los Alamitos, CA vs West Hollywood, CA

Los Alamitos, CA and West Hollywood, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.3% difference in their overall index. Los Alamitos scores 191 while West Hollywood scores 183 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 Los Alamitos is $2,273/month compared to $2,103/month in West Hollywood — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: West Hollywood is more affordable at $969,900 median vs $1,003,900.

Median household income in Los Alamitos is $98,539 compared to $94,844 in West Hollywood (+3.9%). The higher salaries in Los Alamitos partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Los Alamitos spend roughly 27.7% of their income on rent, more than the 26.6% in West Hollywood.