Moreno Valley, CA vs Redlands, CA

Moreno Valley, CA and Redlands, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.7% difference in their overall index. Moreno Valley scores 137 while Redlands 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 Moreno Valley is $2,036/month compared to $1,883/month in Redlands — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Redlands has cheaper rent, Moreno Valley actually has lower median home values ($461,400 vs $583,000).

Median household income in Moreno Valley is $87,477 compared to $99,158 in Redlands (-11.8%). While Redlands is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Moreno Valley spend roughly 27.9% of their income on rent, more than the 22.8% in Redlands.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.3°F vs 63.3°F). Redlands receives more rainfall at 10.7" per year compared to 10.7" in Moreno Valley.