Oak Hills, CA vs San Fernando, CA

Oak Hills, CA and San Fernando, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Oak Hills scores 140 while San Fernando scores 143 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 Oak Hills is $2,102/month compared to $1,690/month in San Fernando — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while San Fernando has cheaper rent, Oak Hills actually has lower median home values ($475,500 vs $630,700).

Median household income in Oak Hills is $98,424 compared to $79,694 in San Fernando (+23.5%). Oak Hills offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oak Hills spend roughly 25.6% of their income on rent, more than the 25.4% in San Fernando.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (66.8°F vs 66.6°F). San Fernando receives more rainfall at 13.4" per year compared to 11.6" in Oak Hills.