Lynwood, CA vs Ontario, CA

Lynwood, CA and Ontario, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.3% difference in their overall index. Lynwood scores 136 while Ontario scores 142 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 Lynwood is $1,625/month compared to $1,916/month in Ontario — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lynwood has cheaper rent, Ontario actually has lower median home values ($568,000 vs $569,400).

Median household income in Lynwood is $70,236 compared to $82,806 in Ontario (-15.2%). While Ontario is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lynwood spend roughly 27.8% of their income on rent, less than the 27.8% in Ontario.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (64.5°F vs 66.8°F). Lynwood receives more rainfall at 11.8" per year compared to 11.6" in Ontario.