Redondo Beach, CA vs Soledad, CA

The cost of living difference between Redondo Beach, CA and Soledad, CA is dramatic. Soledad is 61.6% cheaper than Redondo Beach, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Redondo Beach has a cost index of 218 while Soledad sits at 135, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Redondo Beach is $2,562/month compared to $1,604/month in Soledad — a 60% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Soledad is more affordable at $571,600 median vs $1,225,400.

Median household income in Redondo Beach is $144,588 compared to $93,204 in Soledad (+55.1%). The higher salaries in Redondo Beach partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Redondo Beach spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.7% in Soledad.

Climate-wise, Redondo Beach is notably warmer with an average of 63°F compared to 58.1°F in Soledad. Redondo Beach receives more rainfall at 13.6" per year compared to 12.6" in Soledad.