San Dimas, CA vs Tracy, CA

Tracy is moderately more affordable than San Dimas, with a 5% lower cost of living index. San Dimas scores 170 compared to 162 for Tracy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of San Dimas can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in San Dimas is $2,232/month compared to $2,325/month in Tracy — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while San Dimas has cheaper rent, Tracy actually has lower median home values ($653,900 vs $756,200).

Median household income in San Dimas is $105,833 compared to $118,253 in Tracy (-10.5%). Tracy offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of San Dimas spend roughly 25.3% of their income on rent, more than the 23.6% in Tracy.

Climate-wise, San Dimas is notably warmer with an average of 66.8°F compared to 63°F in Tracy. Tracy receives more rainfall at 13.5" per year compared to 11.6" in San Dimas.