Ontario, CA vs Redlands, CA

Ontario, CA and Redlands, CA have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Ontario scores 142 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 Ontario is $1,916/month compared to $1,883/month in Redlands — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Redlands has cheaper rent, Ontario actually has lower median home values ($568,000 vs $583,000).

Median household income in Ontario is $82,806 compared to $99,158 in Redlands (-16.5%). 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 Ontario spend roughly 27.8% of their income on rent, more than the 22.8% in Redlands.

Climate-wise, Ontario is notably warmer with an average of 66.8°F compared to 63.3°F in Redlands. Ontario receives more rainfall at 11.6" per year compared to 10.7" in Redlands.