Shingletown, CA vs Willows, CA

Shingletown is moderately more affordable than Willows, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. Shingletown scores 89 compared to 97 for Willows, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Willows can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Shingletown is $1,068/month compared to $1,149/month in Willows — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Shingletown is more affordable at $244,800 median vs $286,200.

Median household income in Shingletown is $74,242 compared to $78,179 in Willows (-5%). The higher salaries in Willows partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Shingletown spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, less than the 17.6% in Willows.